Fatima Collection (#2)

Europe, Portugal, Fatima, Stations of the Cross inside basilica

Iran - The Fatima al-Masumeh Shrine in Qom. Fatima Masumeh was the sister of the eighth Imam Ali al-Rida and the daughter of the seventh Imam Musa al-Kadhim. Date: circa 1908

Candles and wax offerings, Fatima Pilgrimage Sanctuary, Ribatejo, Portugal, Europe

Advert for Fatima cigarettes, 1916. A print from Life, 6th July 1916

Ettie, Lady Desborough in fancy dress costume
Ethel Anne Priscilla ( Ettie ) Grenfell (n饠 Fane), Lady Desborough (1867-1952), Wife of William Henry Grenfell, Baron DesboroughEttie, Lady Desborough

Piers by night, Atlantic City, New Jersey, USA. Date: circa 1920s

Africa, Morocco, Marrakech. A traditional door knocker, the hand of Fatima is said
Morocco, Marrakech. A traditional door knocker, the hand of Fatima is said to bring good luck

ISLAMIC SYMBOL: HAMSA. The Hamsa, or Hand of Fatima, an Islamic symbol to protect against evil. Woodcut

Fatima at the Lattice Affecting Cheeriness my Lord, the Giaours are Going, Engraving 1884

Striking Arabian Girl - Morocco. Note the primitive-form Hamsa (Fatimas hand) amulet, worn throughout the Middle East and North Africa

Fatima At The Lattice Affecting Cheeriness My Lord, The Giaours Are Going, Engraving 1884

Muslim protection symbol

Colonial architecture, Fatima, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, South America

Statue of Pope John Paul II and Basilica, Fatima, Portugal, Europe

Giant Crucifix, Fatima, Portugal, Europe

A tip to Fatima Ted. Illustration shows a gigantic figure of Bluebeard labeled Protected Monopolies holding a set of keys identified as the Keys to Rate Regulation, Meat Inspection

Fatima Crowd - 2
General view of the crowd at the Cova da Iria, Fatima, during the culminating appearance of the Virgin Mary to the visionaries Date: 13 October 1917

FATIMA CIGARETTE AD, 1917. Advertisement for Fatima brand cigarettes from an American magazine of 1917

Brass Hand of Fatima door knocker, a popular symbol in Southern Morocco, Merzouga, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Statue of Jesus Christ. Basilica of Fatima, Fatima, Estremadura, Portugal, Europe

The Christian Basilica, Catholic pilgrimage centre, Fatima, Estremadura, Portugal, Europe

Basilica, Fatima, Portugal, Europe

Weber / Oberon / Liebig 2
Act one, scene twelve : in the garden of the Caliphs palace, his daughter Reiza and Fatima her attendant contemplate their coming bliss

Fatima Crowd - 3
A section of the crowd at the Cova da Iria, Fatima, during the culminating appearance of the Virgin Mary to the visionaries

Fatima Crowd - 1
Part of the crowd at the Cova da Iria, Fatima, during the culminating appearance of the Virgin Mary to the visionaries

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Fatima, a name that holds multiple meanings and connections across different parts of the world. From the three Fatima Visionaries who witnessed divine apparitions in Portugal to the grand Basilica in Estremadura, Europe, this name carries immense significance. In the small town of Fatima, Estremadura, Portugal, stands the magnificent Basilica dedicated to Our Lady of Fatima, and is here that pilgrims from all corners of the globe gather to pay homage to their faith and seek solace in prayer. The Coronation of the Virgin Mary is celebrated with great reverence within these sacred walls. But it's not just in Portugal where we find traces of Fatima's influence. In Ronda, Andalucia, Spain lies an old door adorned with hand-shaped doorknockers known as "the hand of Fatima. " This symbolizes protection and good fortune for those who enter through its threshold. Meanwhile, across continents in Africa's Morocco resides another connection to this enigmatic name. Senora De Fatima watches over devotees seeking her blessings amidst vibrant Moroccan landscapes. During World War II, when turmoil engulfed nations worldwide including England and Cornwall’s Gweek village, there was a grey seal named Fatima at the National Seal Sanctuary. Her story serves as a reminder that even amidst chaos and destruction, hope can be found through compassion and rescue efforts. The tale takes an intriguing turn as we delve into literature where WW2 intersects with Bluebeard – a character entwined with mystery and suspense. Perhaps it is within these pages that another facet of our protagonist unfolds - one shrouded in secrets waiting to be unraveled. Artistic expressions also capture glimpses into this multifaceted persona called Fatima. A vision painting depicting her encounters during World War II showcases her strength amidst adversity while inviting contemplation on larger themes surrounding war itself.