Moslem Collection (#9)

Charles Martel (c. 688-741) at Poictiers, from The History of France
PML143602 Charles Martel (c.688-741) at Poictiers, from The History of France, by Emile de Bonnechose, published by Ward, Lock and Co, London (engraving) by English School

View of Loarre castle, built 11th-13th century (photo)
JFS249919 View of Loarre castle, built 11th-13th century (photo) by Spanish School; Loarre, Aragon, Spain; (add.info.: strategic frontier between Christian)

Frontispiece to Pesonal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to El-Medinah and Meccah
STC251586 Frontispiece to Pesonal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to El-Medinah and Meccah Volume II, by R.F.Burton, published 1855 (colour litho) by Burton

Englishman sitting smoking a hookah, India
Englishman sitting smoking a hookah, approached by a Muslim greeting him with Salaam. 1835

Sharia Lecture at Khosrakh, Dagestan, plate 50 from a book on the Caucasus
STC188692 Sharia Lecture at Khosrakh, Dagestan, plate 50 from a book on the Caucasus, engraved by Adolphe Mouilleron (1820-81) published by Alfred Leon Lemercier, Paris, 1847 (litho) by Gagarin

Dance of the Mewlewis Dervishes in Constantinople, 1811 (coloured engraving)
CHT174615 Dance of the Mewlewis Dervishes in Constantinople, 1811 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Minaret of Mashud III (1089-1115) (photo)
EAM229368 Minaret of Mashud III (1089-1115) (photo) by Islamic School, (12th century); Ghazni, Afghanistan; out of copyright

Minarets of the Hussein Baiqara Madrasa (photo)
EAM229366 Minarets of the Hussein Baiqara Madrasa (photo) by Islamic School; Herat, Afghanistan; out of copyright

Persian Sufis, early 19th century (engraving)
CHT223755 Persian Sufis, early 19th century (engraving) by Italian School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; Italian, out of copyright

The Court of Myrtles, Alhambra, mid-19th century (colour litho)
STC172949 The Court of Myrtles, Alhambra, mid-19th century (colour litho) by Burr, A. Margaretta (fl.1839-76); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Detail of title page, from Costumes of the Various Nations, Volume VII
STC172370 Detail of title page, from Costumes of the Various Nations, Volume VII, The Military Costume of Turkey, by Thomas MacLean, published c.1800-18 (hand coloured aquatint) by English School

Poster advertising the centenary of Algeria (1830-1930), 1930 (colour litho)
CHT157422 Poster advertising the centenary of Algeria (1830-1930), 1930 (colour litho) by Cauvy, Leon (1874-1933); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Siege of Constantinople by Sultan Mehmet II (1432-81) in 1453 (fresco)
CHT67361 Siege of Constantinople by Sultan Mehmet II (1432-81) in 1453 (fresco) by Romanian School, (16th century); Church of St George, Voronet Monastery, Bukovina

Lat 6067 f. 55v The Turkish forces preparing for battle outside the walls of Rhodes in
BAL70097 Lat 6067 f.55v The Turkish forces preparing for battle outside the walls of Rhodes in 1480, from A History of the Siege of Rhodes, by Guillaume Caoursin

Shakhsei-Vakhsei, Religious Procession of Muslims, (oil on canvas)
823505 Shakhsei-Vakhsei, Religious Procession of Muslims, (oil on canvas) by Zommer, Richard Karlovich (1866-1939); 128.3x210.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Shakhsei-Vakhsei)

The Harem Dance (oil on canvas)
CH402281 The Harem Dance (oil on canvas) by Rosati, Giulio (1858-1917); 64.8x114.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright

The Waterseller, 1902 (oil on canvas)
CH139925 The Waterseller, 1902 (oil on canvas) by Kosler, Franz Xavier (b.1864-fl.1902); 62x45 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Austrian, out of copyright

Rustam catches his horse Rakhsh (ink, opaque watercolor on paper)
5932666 Rustam catches his horse Rakhsh (ink, opaque watercolor on paper) by Persian School, (15th century); 33.9 x 25.1 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Hamza and Ali in battle from a Rawzat al-safa, 1571-72 (opaque watercolor
5932651 Hamza and Ali in battle from a Rawzat al-safa, 1571-72 (opaque watercolor, ink and gold on paper) by Persian School, (16th century); 41 x 27.1 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

Folio from a Shahnama, c. 1600 (opaque watercolor, ink and gold on paper)
5932648 Folio from a Shahnama, c.1600 (opaque watercolor, ink and gold on paper) by Persian School, (16th century); 34.5 x 22 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Rustam rescues Bijan from the pit from a Shahnama (Book of kings), c
5932572 Rustam rescues Bijan from the pit from a Shahnama (Book of kings), c.1590-1600 (ink, opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Persian School

Rustam slays Suhrab from a Shahnama (Book of kings), c. 1590-1600 (ink
5932567 Rustam slays Suhrab from a Shahnama (Book of kings), c.1590-1600 (ink, opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Persian School, (16th century); 32.4 x 20.8 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

Battle scene from a Shahnama (Book of kings), 1580 (opaque watercolor
5932710 Battle scene from a Shahnama (Book of kings), 1580 (opaque watercolor, ink and gold on paper) by Persian School, (16th century); 30.8 x 20.2 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Amir Khusraw presents a book of poetry to Ala uddin Khalji
5932709 Amir Khusraw presents a book of poetry to Ala uddin Khalji, 1503-04 (Opaque watercolor, ink and gold on paper by Afghan School, (16th century); 30.5 x 19.5 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

Double page of Makhzan al-asrar (Treasury of secrets), 1577-78 (ink
5932675 Double page of Makhzan al-asrar (Treasury of secrets), 1577-78 (ink, opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Persian School, (16th century); 33.1 x 21 x 2.1 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

A reclining woman surrounded by attendants, 1450-75 (ink
5932625 A reclining woman surrounded by attendants, 1450-75 (ink, opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Indian School, (15th century); 31.6 x 27.6 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Tuhfat al-ahrar (Gift of the free), c. 1540 (nk, opaque watercolor and gold on paper)
5932537 Tuhfat al-ahrar (Gift of the free), c.1540 (nk, opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Uzbek School, (16th century); 28.2 x 18.1 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Odalisque, 1871-73 (oil on canvas)
3956055 Odalisque, 1871-73 (oil on canvas) by Corot, Jean Baptiste Camille (1796-1875); 50.7 x 61.2 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; French, out of copyright

Turkish Boatman in the Constantinople Harbour, 1886 (w / c on paper)
3937513 Turkish Boatman in the Constantinople Harbour, 1886 (w/c on paper) by Zorn, Anders Leonard (1860-1920); 17x25 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; Swedish, out of copyright

Bedouin Girl, 1886 (w / c on paper)
5042986 Bedouin Girl, 1886 (w/c on paper) by Zorn, Anders Leonard (1860-1920); 61x54 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; Swedish, out of copyright

Inkwell with Zodiac Signs, early 13th century (brass inlaid with silver, copper
5049850 Inkwell with Zodiac Signs, early 13th century (brass inlaid with silver, copper, and black compound) by Iranian school (13th century); 14.9 high cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Turbanned men in Tunis, c. 1899 (photochrom)
5053975 Turbanned men in Tunis, c.1899 (photochrom) by Detroit Publishing Co. (1880-1920); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

Imam Calling to Prayer, probably by Cousinery, Ottoman period
UOL120668 Imam Calling to Prayer, probably by Cousinery, Ottoman period, third quarter of 18th century (w/c on paper) by French School

Turkish Man, praying, 18th century (engraving)
STC121870 Turkish Man, praying, 18th century (engraving) by Scotin, Gerard Jean Baptiste (1671-1716); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Christians from Damascus emigrating to Beirut, illustration from
485238 Christians from Damascus emigrating to Beirut, illustration from Le Monde IllustrA©, 24 November, 1860 (litho) by Dumont, L

Crusaders storming Nicaea (litho)
STC357976 Crusaders storming Nicaea (litho) by Wood, Stanley L. (1866-1928); Private Collection; (add.info.: May 1097, The Crusaders besieged Nicaea with the aid of Emperor Alexius I (1081-1118)

Dervish Hademdowah warrior, Sudan, 1890 (b / w photo)
PNP412164 Dervish Hademdowah warrior, Sudan, 1890 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Military Pictures; English, out of copyright

One of the newly converted Muslims of Medina urges a group of Jews of this city to
884137 One of the newly converted Muslims of Medina urges a group of Jews of this city to convert, illustration from Siyar-i Nabi by Turkish School, (16th century); 19.5x16.9 cm; Spencer Collection

The Hall of the Abencerrages, the Alhambra, Granada, 1853 (coloured litho)
STC170883 The Hall of the Abencerrages, the Alhambra, Granada, 1853 (coloured litho) by Asselineau, Leon Auguste (1808-89); Private Collection; (add.info)

Six Muslim holy men seated on a garden terrace, from the Large Clive Album
STC153437 Six Muslim holy men seated on a garden terrace, from the Large Clive Album by Mughal School (18th century); Victoria & Albert Museum, London

The Shaik and his Guide, 1874 (w / c on paper)
DRE146653 The Shaik and his Guide, 1874 (w/c on paper) by Haag, Carl (1820-1915); 26x18 cm; Private Collection; eDreweatt Neate Fine Art Auctioneers, Newbury, Berks, UK; German, out of copyright

Reunion of Tcherkesse Princes, Sodja Valley, on the Black Sea
STC92681 Reunion of Tcherkesse Princes, Sodja Valley, on the Black Sea, plate 3 from a book on the Caucasus, engraved by Adolphe Mouilleron (1820-81), published by Alfred Leon Lemercier, Paris

Taking of Algiers, French army entering the kasbah, illustration from a popular almanac
CHT287708 Taking of Algiers, French army entering the kasbah, illustration from a popular almanac, 1831 (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Postcard depicting young Muslim women in Bosnia, 1904 (colour litho)
CHT220346 Postcard depicting young Muslim women in Bosnia, 1904 (colour litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The infant witness testifies to Yusufs innocence, folio from a Haft awrang
FSG325408 The infant witness testifies to Yusufs innocence, folio from a Haft awrang (Seven thrones) by Jami (d.1492) probably Mashad, Khurasan, Iran, Safavid dynasty, 1556-1565 (ink)

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"Moslem: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step into the rich tapestry of Islamic history with these captivating hints. From the ancient Al-Idrisis world map in 1154 to Orteliuss map of the Ottoman Empire in 1570, witness the evolution of Muslim influence across continents. Immerse yourself in knowledge at the legendary Alexandria Library, a beacon of enlightenment for centuries. Marvel at "The Surrender of Granada" in 1492, an oil on canvas masterpiece depicting a pivotal moment in Muslim Spain's history. Transport yourself to The Court of Lions within the majestic Alhambra palace complex, where colored lithographs from 1853 bring this architectural marvel to life. Explore a Persian pharmacy through intricate artwork from the 13th century, revealing advanced medical practices and herbal remedies. Feel awe-struck by Masjid Al Haram, Mecca's grand mosque that draws millions during Hajj pilgrimage each year. Learn about Saladin, Sultan of Egypt and Syria whose leadership left an indelible mark on Islamic civilization. Admire The Blue Mosque's stunning architecture as it graces Istanbul's skyline while discovering The Dome of Clocks within Umayyad Mosque - both testaments to Islamic artistry and engineering brilliance. Delve into cultural exchange with "Study for Portrait of an Indian, " capturing India's vibrant diversity during British colonial rule. Lastly, be enticed by a colorful lithograph advertising Aleppo's Baron Hotel circa 1920 - a testament to Syria's cosmopolitan past. Join us on this journey through time and culture as we celebrate Moslem heritage - its contributions spanning art, science, architecture, medicine, spirituality - shaping our world today.