A fascinating Carte de Visite (CDV) captures a street barber in the act of shaving a young boy's head in Tunis. The photograph, taken by the renowned photographer J. Garrigues, offers a candid glimpse into everyday life in Tunis during the 19th century. The image is sharp with good contrast, showcasing the intricate details of the subjects' traditional attire.

The CDV is printed with a red border, and the photographer's imprint "J. GARRIGUES, Phot." and "TUNIS" are clearly visible at the bottom front of the card. The reverse side features the photographer's elaborate red ink stamp, which reads, "J. Garrigues, Photographe de S.A. Le Bey de Tunis," indicating his prestigious position as the official photographer of the Bey of Tunis. Handwritten on the back is the inscription "Street Scene Shaving Tunis," providing context to the scene depicted.