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Muslims Collection (#9)

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Background imageMuslims Collection: Two galleons of Birserta taken by the Italians in a head to head sea battle

Two galleons of Birserta taken by the Italians in a head to head sea battle
STC255673 Two galleons of Birserta taken by the Italians in a head to head sea battle, mainly of galeasses, illustration from Pregi della Toscana Nell Imprese piu Segnalate de Cavalieri di Santo

Background imageMuslims Collection: Bheesties, Mussulmans, Delhi, from The People of India, by J

Bheesties, Mussulmans, Delhi, from The People of India, by J
STC439701 Bheesties, Mussulmans, Delhi, from The People of India, by J. Forbes Watson, published 1868 (albumen print) by English Photographer

Background imageMuslims Collection: Mohammed Hayder, Pasha of Jerusalem, 1844 (w / c & ink on paper)

Mohammed Hayder, Pasha of Jerusalem, 1844 (w / c & ink on paper)
468712 Mohammed Hayder, Pasha of Jerusalem, 1844 (w/c & ink on paper) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageMuslims Collection: The Marriage of an Arab in Cairo, 1860 (colour litho)

The Marriage of an Arab in Cairo, 1860 (colour litho)
468695 The Marriage of an Arab in Cairo, 1860 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The bride, dressed in a full veil)

Background imageMuslims Collection: La Priere A Biskra (colour photo)

La Priere A Biskra (colour photo)
2817547 La Priere A Biskra (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Priere A Biskra)

Background imageMuslims Collection: Attack on a Moorish camp (engraving)

Attack on a Moorish camp (engraving)
3647205 Attack on a Moorish camp (engraving) by Neuville, Alphonse Marie de (1835-85) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Attack on a Moorish camp)

Background imageMuslims Collection: Christians fighting the Almohads at the Battle of Las Navas de Tolosa, Spain, 1212 (engraving)

Christians fighting the Almohads at the Battle of Las Navas de Tolosa, Spain, 1212 (engraving)
3647291 Christians fighting the Almohads at the Battle of Las Navas de Tolosa, Spain, 1212 (engraving) by Vogel, Hermann (1856-1918); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageMuslims Collection: Frederick Barbarossa at the assault on the town of Iconium, 3rd Crusade, 1188 (chromolitho)

Frederick Barbarossa at the assault on the town of Iconium, 3rd Crusade, 1188 (chromolitho)
2817160 Frederick Barbarossa at the assault on the town of Iconium, 3rd Crusade, 1188 (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageMuslims Collection: Screen, 1885-90 (walnut)

Screen, 1885-90 (walnut)
2972971 Screen, 1885-90 (walnut) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; eGeffrye Museum; English, out of copyright

Background imageMuslims Collection: Addis Ababa Days (colour litho)

Addis Ababa Days (colour litho)
2778485 Addis Ababa Days (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Addis Ababa Days)

Background imageMuslims Collection: Events in the Balkans (colour litho)

Events in the Balkans (colour litho)
2779448 Events in the Balkans (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Events in the Balkans)

Background imageMuslims Collection: The Arab storyteller (engraving)

The Arab storyteller (engraving)
3627339 The Arab storyteller (engraving) by Janet, Gustave (b. 1829); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Arab storyteller. A pilgrim, returned from Mecca, recounting his experiences)

Background imageMuslims Collection: Moeurs Religieuses Egyptiennes (engraving)

Moeurs Religieuses Egyptiennes (engraving)
2783225 Moeurs Religieuses Egyptiennes (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Moeurs Religieuses Egyptiennes)

Background imageMuslims Collection: Pilgrims En Route to Mecca (engraving)

Pilgrims En Route to Mecca (engraving)
1099986 Pilgrims En Route to Mecca (engraving) by Beavis, Richard (1824-96) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pilgrims En Route to Mecca)

Background imageMuslims Collection: Dancing Dervishes (vellum)

Dancing Dervishes (vellum)
700724 Dancing Dervishes (vellum) by Ottoman School, (18th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; eFree Library of Philadelphia; Turkish, out of copyright

Background imageMuslims Collection: Pilgrims resting on their route to Mecca (engraving)

Pilgrims resting on their route to Mecca (engraving)
725834 Pilgrims resting on their route to Mecca (engraving) by Allom, Thomas (1804-72) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pilgrims resting on their route to Mecca)

Background imageMuslims Collection: The Battle of Lepanto, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations

The Battle of Lepanto, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations
STC373525 The Battle of Lepanto, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, c.1915 (litho) by Valda, John Harris (d.1941); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageMuslims Collection: Defeat and Death of Sebastian I at the Battle of Alcazar (litho)

Defeat and Death of Sebastian I at the Battle of Alcazar (litho)
STC357995 Defeat and Death of Sebastian I at the Battle of Alcazar (litho) by Valda, John Harris (d.1941); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageMuslims Collection: Doceh, 1860 (colour litho)

Doceh, 1860 (colour litho)
468694 Doceh, 1860 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Islamic religious festival in Egypt organised by Dervishes.); The Stapleton Collection; French

Background imageMuslims Collection: H. H. The Aga Khan III, 1936 (colour litho)

H. H. The Aga Khan III, 1936 (colour litho)
473386 H.H. The Aga Khan III, 1936 (colour litho) by Ritchie, Alick Penrose Forbes (1868-1938); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageMuslims Collection: Fleeing the Muslims

Fleeing the Muslims
LLM454536 Fleeing the Muslims by Scarpelli, Tancredi (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fleeing the Muslims. Illustration for Storia d Italia by Paolo Giudici (Nerbini)

Background imageMuslims Collection: Battle in the Pass of Ronceveaux on 15 August, 778, c. 1890 (engraving)

Battle in the Pass of Ronceveaux on 15 August, 778, c. 1890 (engraving)
DGC437467 Battle in the Pass of Ronceveaux on 15 August, 778, c.1890 (engraving) by Vogel, Hermann (1856-1918); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageMuslims Collection: Khanzadas, Mussulmans, Rajpootana, from The People of India, by J

Khanzadas, Mussulmans, Rajpootana, from The People of India, by J
STC439705 Khanzadas, Mussulmans, Rajpootana, from The People of India, by J. Forbes Watson, published 1868 (albumen print) by English Photographer

Background imageMuslims Collection: Girls school in Algiers, c. 1860 (b / w photo)

Girls school in Algiers, c. 1860 (b / w photo)
CHT438860 Girls school in Algiers, c.1860 (b/w photo) by Moulin, Jacques Antoine (c.1800-75); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Background imageMuslims Collection: The great summer solemnity of the Muslims, in Cairo (colour litho)

The great summer solemnity of the Muslims, in Cairo (colour litho)
2809126 The great summer solemnity of the Muslims, in Cairo (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The great summer solemnity of the Muslims, in Cairo)

Background imageMuslims Collection: Celebrating Ramadan, Turkey (chromolitho)

Celebrating Ramadan, Turkey (chromolitho)
2782702 Celebrating Ramadan, Turkey (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Celebrating Ramadan, Turkey)

Background imageMuslims Collection: Islamic architecture, Moorish art. View of the Porticoes of the Patio des Lions

Islamic architecture, Moorish art. View of the Porticoes of the Patio des Lions
AIS5346226 Islamic architecture, Moorish art. View of the Porticoes of the Patio des Lions, Palace of the Court of the Lions, one of the Nasrid palaces of the Alhambra, 15th century, Granada, Spain

Background imageMuslims Collection: Fr 5594, f. 37v Battle scene, from Passages faits Outremer

Fr 5594, f. 37v Battle scene, from Passages faits Outremer
BAL4485 Fr 5594, f.37v Battle scene, from Passages faits Outremer written by Sebastian Marmoret, c.1490 (vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Background imageMuslims Collection: Moslems at prayer in Delhi (b / w photo)

Moslems at prayer in Delhi (b / w photo)
6010726 Moslems at prayer in Delhi (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Moslems at prayer in Delhi)

Background imageMuslims Collection: Saracens and Crusaders, 1841-51 (oil on canvas)

Saracens and Crusaders, 1841-51 (oil on canvas)
6337489 Saracens and Crusaders, 1841-51 (oil on canvas) by Chasseriau, Theodore (1819-56); 59.1 A-- 78.1 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; The Art Institute of Chicago; Simeon B

Background imageMuslims Collection: Algeria (b / w photo)

Algeria (b / w photo)
939873 Algeria (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Background imageMuslims Collection: The qualities of the dervish, detail, c. 1610 (opaque w / c, ink & gold on paper)

The qualities of the dervish, detail, c. 1610 (opaque w / c, ink & gold on paper)
874309 The qualities of the dervish, detail, c.1610 (opaque w/c, ink & gold on paper) by Indian School, (17th century); 27 x16.7 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Background imageMuslims Collection: Capture of Jerusalem by the Crusaders, 1099 (engraving)

Capture of Jerusalem by the Crusaders, 1099 (engraving)
3647808 Capture of Jerusalem by the Crusaders, 1099 (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Capture of Jerusalem by the Crusaders, 1099)

Background imageMuslims Collection: Theuderic IV, King of the Franks, and the Battle of Tours, 732 (chromolitho)

Theuderic IV, King of the Franks, and the Battle of Tours, 732 (chromolitho)
2817137 Theuderic IV, King of the Franks, and the Battle of Tours, 732 (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Theuderic IV, King of the Franks)

Background imageMuslims Collection: Le Tekie (engraving)

Le Tekie (engraving)
2783120 Le Tekie (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Tekie. Illustration for Journal Des Voyages, 26 March 1893.); © Look and Learn

Background imageMuslims Collection: Afghan Horse Dealers, Soonnee Mussulmans, Sind, from The People of India, by J

Afghan Horse Dealers, Soonnee Mussulmans, Sind, from The People of India, by J
STC439682 Afghan Horse Dealers, Soonnee Mussulmans, Sind, from The People of India, by J. Forbes Watson, published 1868 (albumen print) by English Photographer

Background imageMuslims Collection: Universal Exposition: Artists of the oriental theatre returning to the Trocadero

Universal Exposition: Artists of the oriental theatre returning to the Trocadero
CHT438867 Universal Exposition: Artists of the oriental theatre returning to the Trocadero, 1900 (litho) (see also 184793) by Sabattier

Background imageMuslims Collection: Terrific combat between Richard Coeur de Lion and Saladin

Terrific combat between Richard Coeur de Lion and Saladin
LLM462760 Terrific combat between Richard Coeur de Lion and Saladin by Leech, John (1817-64); Private Collection; (add.info.: Terrific combat between Richard Coeur de Lion and Saladin)

Background imageMuslims Collection: The Return of the Mahmal to Cairo, 1860 (colour litho)

The Return of the Mahmal to Cairo, 1860 (colour litho)
468697 The Return of the Mahmal to Cairo, 1860 (colour litho) by Montaut, Henri de (c.1825-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Egyptian ruler, carried in an ornate litter)

Background imageMuslims Collection: Landemaro during the siege of Salerno, 871

Landemaro during the siege of Salerno, 871
LLM454537 Landemaro during the siege of Salerno, 871 by Scarpelli, Tancredi (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Landemaro during the siege of Salerno, 871)

Background imageMuslims Collection: Hajj caravan from Cairo to Mecca, from Description de l Afrique by O

Hajj caravan from Cairo to Mecca, from Description de l Afrique by O
TRV228851 Hajj caravan from Cairo to Mecca, from Description de l Afrique by O. Dapper, 1686 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Flemish School, (17th century); Private Collection; eTravellers Club; Flemish

Background imageMuslims Collection: Crusaders Storming Nicaea, illustration from Hutchinson

Crusaders Storming Nicaea, illustration from Hutchinson
IL274128 Crusaders Storming Nicaea, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations (litho) by Wood, Stanley L. (1866-1928); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageMuslims Collection: The fleets face each other, illustration from Giacomo Francos Habiti d

The fleets face each other, illustration from Giacomo Francos Habiti d
STC255695 The fleets face each other, illustration from Giacomo Francos Habiti d Huomeni de Donne Venetiane, 1609 (litho) by Italian School

Background imageMuslims Collection: Italian soldiers marching into the fortified town on the Island of Chois

Italian soldiers marching into the fortified town on the Island of Chois
STC255672 Italian soldiers marching into the fortified town on the Island of Chois, illustration from Pregi della Toscana Nell Imprese piu Segnalate de Cavalieri di Santo Stefano by Fulvio Fontana

Background imageMuslims Collection: A Mahomedan Pilgrimage to the Tomb of Moses (engraving)

A Mahomedan Pilgrimage to the Tomb of Moses (engraving)
1047824 A Mahomedan Pilgrimage to the Tomb of Moses (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Mahomedan Pilgrimage to the Tomb of Moses)

Background imageMuslims Collection: Algeria (b / w photo)

Algeria (b / w photo)
939872 Algeria (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Background imageMuslims Collection: The Suez Canal, Life in Egypt (engraving)

The Suez Canal, Life in Egypt (engraving)
1059164 The Suez Canal, Life in Egypt (engraving) by Hennessy, William John (1839-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Suez Canal, Life in Egypt)

Background imageMuslims Collection: Chilperic II, and Charles Martel defeating the Moors at Poitiers, 732 (chromolitho)

Chilperic II, and Charles Martel defeating the Moors at Poitiers, 732 (chromolitho)
1093822 Chilperic II, and Charles Martel defeating the Moors at Poitiers, 732 (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chilperic II)




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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Muslim Culture: From Partition to Pilgrimage" Step into a world where history intertwines with faith, as we delve into the captivating story of Muslims. The map of East and West Punjab serves as a reminder of the tumultuous times during partition, when borders were drawn and lives forever changed. Admire the beauty of Islamic art through a mosaic adorned with Arabic and Kufic calligraphy, showcasing the mastery of craftsmen who brought words to life on walls. A 14th-century Quran written in Arabic transports us back in time, revealing not only religious significance but also artistic brilliance captured within its pages. Meet Abd-ar-Rahman III, an influential figure who held both titles - Emir and Caliph - in Al-Andalus. His reign marked an era of prosperity and cultural exchange that left an indelible mark on Muslim civilization. Witness the awe-inspiring sight of pilgrims returning from Mecca to Algeria; their faces radiating joy after completing their sacred journey. Their devotion is a testament to the unbreakable bond between Muslims worldwide. Travel further east to North-west Frontier Province, where Punjabi Muslims reside amidst breathtaking landscapes. Their vibrant culture adds color to this diverse region while preserving traditions passed down through generations. Intriguingly captured by lithography are Macedonians defending themselves against Turkish soldiers using bombs—a poignant reminder that even within Islam's vast tapestry lies tales of resistance against oppression. Compassion knows no boundaries; orphaned Muslim children find solace at Karachi Refugee Camp—a place where love transcends adversity. These resilient souls inspire hope for a brighter future despite their challenging circumstances. Unveiling lighter moments amidst historical narratives, Kaiser Wilhelm II's portrayal as Hajji Willhelm brings forth a sense of childlike curiosity—showing how even powerful figures can be touched by spirituality's allure.