Mohammedan Collection

The Sunset Prayer in the Desert, c1913. Artist: Charles JS Makin
The Sunset Prayer in the Desert, c1913. From With Pen and Camera in Three Continents by Charles J. S. Makin, F.I.C. F.C.S. [The Tribune Publishing Company, London, 1913]

The Bairam or the Passover of the Muhammadans, in the 18th century
6266282 The Bairam or the Passover of the Muhammadans, in the 18th century; (add.info.: The Bairam or the Passover of the Muhammadans as imagined in an early 18th century print)

The Bey of Tunis, Sid Muhammed Es Sadok, 1862. Creator: Johan Fredrik Hockert
The Bey of Tunis, Sid Muhammed Es Sadok, 1862

Meer Heidayut Ali, Rissaldar (Native Captain) 4th Regiment of the Bengal Irregular Horse, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Meer Heidayut Ali, Rissaldar (Native Captain) 4th Regiment of the Bengal Irregular Horse, 1858. Engraving from a sketch by Major-General Carmichael

Arab Kneeling in Prayer, c1875. Creator: Charles Bargue
Arab Kneeling in Prayer, c1875. Charles Bargue produced relatively few paintings and is best known for his prints and drawing manuals

Prayer on the Housetop, 1864. Creator: Alexandre Bida
Prayer on the Housetop, 1864

Lord Charles Cornwallis (1738-1805) receiving Tipu Sahib's Sons, c1792. Creators: Anon, Henry Singleton
Lord Charles Cornwallis (1738-1805) receiving Tipu Sahib's Sons Abdul Khaliq Sultan (1782-1806) and Mu'izz-ud-din Sultan (1783-1818) as hostages at Seringapatam 26 February 1792

A Prince with a Hawk and Ladies Hunting, between 1750 and 1775. Creator: Unknown
A Prince with a Hawk and Ladies Hunting, between 1750 and 1775

Costumes of Western India, Moslem woman, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Costumes of Western India, Moslem woman, 1876....copied, by permission of Dr. George Burdwood, from a collection of drawings in the Museum of the India Government Office'

Mounted Plaque with Shi'ite Invocation, 17th-18th century. Creator: Unknown
Mounted Plaque with Shi'ite Invocation, 17th-18th century

Wedding Procession: Groom on a Horse, c1800. Creator: Unknown
Wedding Procession: Groom on a Horse, c1800

Arab at Prayer, c1860. Creator: Charles Théodore Frère
Arab at Prayer, c1860

Portrait of a Woman (image 3 of 6), c1725. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Woman (image 3 of 6), c1725

Street with figures, 1922. Creator: Marius Bauer
Street with figures, 1922. Probably a street in Biskra

"Compulsory Baptism. In 1500, after the Conquest of Granada, Ferdinand V... 11 March 1885
"Compulsory Baptism. In 1500, after the Conquest of Granada, Ferdinand V compelled the vanquished Moors to submit to the rite of Baptism", 11 March 1885. Puck magazine

The Begum of Bhopal and the Maharajah of Puttiala, 1876. Creator: Unknown
The Begum of Bhopal and the Maharajah of Puttiala, 1876. Engraving from a photograph by Shepherd and Bourne. The reigning family of Bhopal is Mohammedan and of Affghan race

Ibrahim Adil Shah II of Bijapur, c1675. Creator: Unknown
Ibrahim Adil Shah II of Bijapur, c1675

Costumes de Différents Pays, Marabou et Negre de l'Isle St. Louis dans le Sénégal, c1797
Costumes de Differents Pays, Marabou et Negre de l'Isle St. Louis dans le Senegal, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Mahometane en Habit d'Eté, c1797. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Mahometane en Habit d'Ete, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Mahometane Danseuse Publique, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Mahometane Danseuse Publique, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Musulmanes Fesant la Priere, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Musulmanes Fesant la Priere, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Repas des Musulmanes, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, LF Labrousse
Costumes de Differents Pays, Repas des Musulmanes, c1797

Costumes de Différents Pays, Femmes Turques, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, LF Labrousse
Costumes de Differents Pays, Femmes Turques, c1797

Early Portrait of Nasr al-Din Shah (reigned 1848-1896), c1850. Creator: Anon
Early Portrait of Nasr al-Din Shah (reigned 1848-1896), c1850. The shah is shown here at perhaps just nineteen or twenty years of age, wearing jeweled portraits of the Shi'ite Imams

Costumes de Différents Pays, Musulmans, c1797. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Musulmans, c1797

Standing Egyptian with prayer wreath, 1862. Creator: Willem de Famars Testas
Standing Egyptian, on prayer rug with prayer wreath. 1862

Rider, 1923. Creator: Marius Bauer
Rider, 1923

Covered street with figures, 1923. Creator: Marius Bauer
Covered street with figures, 1923

Street with figures and riders, 1923. Creator: Marius Bauer
Street with figures and riders, 1923

Street with standing figures in a circle, 1923. Creator: Marius Bauer
Street with standing figures in a circle, 1923

Street with figures, including a horseman, 1923. Creator: Marius Bauer
Street with figures, including a horseman, 1923

Street with figures, 1923. Creator: Marius Bauer
Street with figures, 1923

Street with figures near a house, 1923. Creator: Marius Bauer
Street with figures near a house, 1923

Woman Holding a Sparkler, c1760. Creator: Unknown
Woman Holding a Sparkler, c1760

Emperor Aurangzeb (reigned 1658-1707), c1725. Creator: Unknown
Emperor Aurangzeb (reigned 1658-1707), c1725

Baz Bahadur and Rupmati Hunting (recto), Sketches (verso), c1770. Creator: Unknown
Baz Bahadur and Rupmati Hunting (recto), Sketches (verso), c1770

Street Scene in Lahore - from drawings by W. Carpenter, Jun. 1858. Creator: Unknown
Street Scene in Lahore - from drawings by W. Carpenter, Jun. 1858....the capital of the Punjaub...is on the highroad from Central Asia to the rich plains of India, which have been

Costumes de Différents Pays, Femme Arabe du Desert Vendant du Pain, c1797
Costumes de Differents Pays, Femme Arabe du Desert Vendant du Pain, c1797

Tomb of a Mussulman - drawn by W. Carpenter, Jun. 1858. Creator: Unknown
Tomb of a Mussulman - drawn by W. Carpenter, Jun. 1858. From "Illustrated London News", 1858

Baz Bahadur and Rupmati Hunting, c1760. Creator: Unknown
Baz Bahadur and Rupmati Hunting, c1760

The Death of the Khalifa, 1899, (c1900). Creator: Harold Robert Millar
The Death of the Khalifa, 1899, (c1900). Abdallahi ibn Muhammad, styled Khalifat al-Mahdi (usually rendered as Khalifa')

The Battle of Omdurman: The Defence of the Khalifa's Black Flag, 1898, (c1900). Creator: Unknown
The Battle of Omdurman: The Defence of the Khalifa's Black Flag, 1898, (c1900). Episode during the Anglo-Egyptian conquest of Sudan

Portrait of Pangeran Ario Soejono, minister without portfolio in the war cabinet, London, c1940. Dutch-Indonesian politician Adipati Soejono was the first Muslim to serve in a ministerial capacity in

The First Day of School, c.1720-c.1737. Creator: Jean Baptiste Vanmour
The First Day of School, c.1720-c.1737

Lying-in Room of a Distinguished Turkish Woman, c.1720-c.1737. Creator: Jean Baptiste Vanmour
Lying-in Room of a Distinguished Turkish Woman, c.1720-c.1737

La mission Musulmane; apres le dejeuner de la mission musulmane aux Affaires etrangeres... 1916. Creator: Unknown
La mission Musulmane; apres le dejeuner de la mission musulmane aux Affaires etrangeres: M. Briand, ayant a sa droite le conseiller du gouvernement cherifien Hadj Kadour ben Chabrit

'Une casba dans l'Adrar; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Une casba dans l'Adrar; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

'La Zaouia du Moulay Idriss; Afrique du nord, 1914. Creator: Jules Gervais-Courtellemont
'La Zaouia du Moulay Idriss; Afrique du nord, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Mohammedan Culture: A Glimpse into History and Diversity" Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Mohammedanism through a collection of stunning artworks and photographs. From the serene beauty of "The Sunset Prayer in the Desert" by Charles JS Makin to Maxime du Camp's evocative portrayal of "Tombeaux Musulmans a Siout, " these masterpieces transport us to distant lands. Christian Wilhelm Allers' "Studies of people, Colombo, Ceylon" offers a glimpse into everyday life, showcasing the vibrant diversity within Mohammedan communities. Sebah's enchanting depiction of "A Turkish pedlar" invites us to wander through bustling marketplaces filled with exotic treasures. "The Radiant Beauty of the Lovely Pearl Mosque, " an illustration from Newnes Pictorial Book of Knowledge, captures the architectural splendor that defines many sacred spaces in Mohammedan culture. Meanwhile, engravings like "The History of a Slave" shed light on complex narratives embedded within this rich heritage. Venturing beyond borders, we encounter Mahomedanism in Kimberly, South Africa through intriguing snapshots. Unknown creators present us with striking images such as "A group of Mahomedan Priests, " highlighting religious practices and traditions that have endured over time. In contrast, we meet a colorful character known as "A Malay Masher, " offering glimpses into social dynamics within this diverse community. Journeying further into history brings us face-to-face with dramatic events like "The Black Mountain Expedition. " The image depicts Ghazi Fanatics Charging against the 18th Royal Irish—a testament to both bravery and conflict entwined within Mohammedan history. James Grant's lens transports us back in time once again; his works capture iconic landmarks such as Togluckabad's Mausoleum or Lucknow's Great Imambara—testimonies to grandeur and architectural brilliance that still inspire awe today.