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Evening prayer in the Sahara Desert Detail. Painting by Gustave Achille Guillaumet
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Evening prayer in the Sahara Desert Detail. Painting by Gustave Achille Guillaumet
JLJ4646088 Evening prayer in the Sahara Desert Detail. Painting by Gustave Achille Guillaumet (1840-1887) 1863 Sun. 1, 3x2, 8 m. Paris, musee d Orsay - Evening prayer in the Sahara. Detail. Painting by Gustave Achille Guillaumet (1840-1887), 1863. 1.3 x 2.8 m. Orsay Museum, Paris by Guillaumet, Gustave (1840-87); Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; (add.info.: Evening prayer in the Sahara Desert Detail. Painting by Gustave Achille Guillaumet (1840-1887) 1863 Sun. 1, 3x2, 8 m. Paris, musee d Orsay - Evening prayer in the Sahara. Detail. Painting by Gustave Achille Guillaumet (1840-1887), 1863. 1.3 x 2.8 m. Orsay Museum, Paris); Photo ePhoto Josse; French, out of copyright
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Africain Africaine Afrique Afrique Du Nord Crepuscule Desert Dusk Islamic Religion Muslim Religion Musulman Nomade Nomadic Priere Religion Islamique Religion Musulmane Sahara Tent Tente Tuareg Homme Peinture Touareg
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This print showcases a mesmerizing detail from Gustave Achille Guillaumet's painting, "Evening prayer in the Sahara Desert". Created in 1863, this masterpiece measures 1.3 x 2.8 meters and is housed at the Orsay Museum in Paris. The artwork transports viewers to the vast expanse of the Sahara Desert during dusk, where a solitary figure engages in an evening prayer. The artist beautifully captures the serene atmosphere as warm hues of orange and purple fill the sky, casting a soft glow over the desert landscape. In this scene, we witness a Tuareg nomad immersed in his Muslim faith. With his hands raised towards heaven and eyes closed in devotion, he seeks solace and connection with a higher power amidst nature's grandeur. The intricately detailed tent behind him serves as both shelter and sacred space for his spiritual practice. Guillaumet's brushstrokes skillfully convey not only the physical features but also evoke emotions tied to religion, solitude, and contemplation. This piece highlights both the diversity of African culture and its strong ties to Islamic traditions. As we admire this powerful image captured by Photo Josse, we are reminded of art's ability to transport us across time and place – allowing us to experience moments that resonate deeply within our souls.
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