Arab Culture Collection

Azulejos-La Alhambra-Granada-Andalucia-EspaAna
Detalle de uno de los multiples mosaicos que adornan los palacios nazaries en la Alhambra-Granada-Andalucia-EspaAna

Close up of argan seeds ready to be managed to make argan oil, Morocco, Africa

Handmade carpets for sale hanging outside the old ruins of Telouet Kasbah, High Atlas mountains, Morocco

Milk-sellers in Jerusalem (engraving)
8658480 Milk-sellers in Jerusalem (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Milk-sellers in Jerusalem)

World's Children: Moorish, At Play (colour litho)
8625662 World's Children: Moorish, At Play (colour litho) by Menpes, Mortimer Ludington (1855-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Moorish, At Play)

Couscous in the Maghreb, c.1910 (print)
7293337 Couscous in the Maghreb, c.1910 (print); (add.info.: Food and beverage. Couscous in the Maghreb. Imagery in: Histoire anecdotique de l'alimentation, France)

Damascus in Syria, c.1910 (print)
7293104 Damascus in Syria, c.1910 (print); (add.info.: Geography. Syria. View of Damascus. Illustration, Germany, ca 1910.); Photo: © Archives Charmet.

Les Mille et Une Nuits / Thousand and One Nights (colour litho)
8664894 Les Mille et Une Nuits / Thousand and One Nights (colour litho) by Neziere, Raymond de la (1865-1953); Private Collection; (add.info)

Arabs planning a Revolt (litho)
8661172 Arabs planning a Revolt (litho) by Burton, H. M. (20th Century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arabs planning a Revolt)

Jesus and the Money changers, c.1920 (stained glass)
8714186 Jesus and the Money changers, c.1920 (stained glass) by Mayer, Franz (1848-1926); (add.info.: Stained Glass built 1920s. Glass by Franz Mayer Germany)

Mozarabic art: representation of two Mozarabic monks, 9th century (miniature)
AIS5365296 Mozarabic art: representation of two Mozarabic monks, 9th century (miniature); Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: Mozarabic art)

Palm sunday. 14 th century. Strasbourg cathedral (stained glass)
8711384 Palm sunday. 14 th century. Strasbourg cathedral (stained glass); (add.info.: Strasbourg Cathedral. Stained glass. Entry of Christ into Jerusalem. Palm sunday. 14 th century. Strasbourg)

Sixteen Views of Plaves in the Persian Gulph Forces Against the Arabian Pirates, 1813 (aquatint, coloured)
7342606 Sixteen Views of Plaves in the Persian Gulph Forces Against the Arabian Pirates, 1813 (aquatint, coloured) by Temple, R

The kitchen of the pilgrim camp in Nazareth, 1882 (engraving)
7336193 The kitchen of the pilgrim camp in Nazareth, 1882 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Engraving in Le Pelerin, June 10, 1882); Photo © Caricadoc.

Sixteen Views of Plaves in the Persian Gulph Forces Against the Arabian Pirates, 1813 (aquatint, coloured)
7342607 Sixteen Views of Plaves in the Persian Gulph Forces Against the Arabian Pirates, 1813 (aquatint, coloured) by Temple, R

Sixteen Views of Plaves in the Persian Gulph Forces Against the Arabian Pirates, 1813 (aquatint, coloured)
7342604 Sixteen Views of Plaves in the Persian Gulph Forces Against the Arabian Pirates, 1813 (aquatint, coloured) by Temple, R

Plan of the Bay of St Jean D'Acre and environs sent to the Admiralty from thence on 23 March 1799 by Sir Sidney
7339861 Plan of the Bay of St Jean D'Acre and environs sent to the Admiralty from thence on 23 March 1799 by Sir Sidney Smith Kt

Historical Geography
5315172 Historical Geography; (add.info.: Historical Geography. 1900. Irak. Mosul's shops are mostly poor, and disproportionate grandeur is given to this fruit-seller's scantily furnished)

British sailors boarding an Algerine pirate ship (coloured engraving)
7337534 British sailors boarding an Algerine pirate ship (coloured engraving) by Fairburn, J. (19th Century); 40.7x52.2 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: J)

The descent from Mount Carmel, 1882 (engraving)
7336192 The descent from Mount Carmel, 1882 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: At the top, the convent and the lighthouse, in the middle of the mountain)

Arabian boar hunters, historical wood engraving, circa 1888
UIG5414548 Arabian boar hunters, historical wood engraving, circa 1888; UIG.

Alfonso de Santa Maria de Cartagena, aka Alfonso de Carthagena or Alonso de Cartagena, 1384 - 1456
UIG5419915 Alfonso de Santa Maria de Cartagena, aka Alfonso de Carthagena or Alonso de Cartagena, 1384 - 1456. Jewish convert to Christianity, Roman Catholic bishop, diplomat

An Islamic solar quadrant, 1870 (lacquered wood)
MMM5470032 An Islamic solar quadrant, 1870 (lacquered wood); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: An Islamic solar quadrant)

The story of Saint John the Baptist: The Visitation. Fresco by Domenico Ghirlandaio (1449-1494), 1490
BEN5462524 The story of Saint John the Baptist: The Visitation. Fresco by Domenico Ghirlandaio (1449-1494), 1490. Capella Maggiore, Santa Maria Novella Church, Florence

Etendard gate taken in 1798 by General Desaix a Murad Bey chief of the Mamluks, 1798 (object)
5944664 Etendard gate taken in 1798 by General Desaix a Murad Bey chief of the Mamluks, 1798 (object); Musee d'Art Roger Quilliot

Colonialism: mapping of the Algiers region (chromolithograph)
FGL5471170 Colonialism: mapping of the Algiers region (chromolithograph); (add.info.: French vignette from the collection, Edition de la Chocolaterie d'Aiguebelle ", chromolithography)

Tale of the Thousand and One Nights: Simbad the Sailor's Journey: " the giant woke up
FGL5484998 Tale of the Thousand and One Nights: Simbad the Sailor's Journey: " the giant woke up and went out of the palace " Illustration by Gustave Dore

A child in a street in tanger, Marrocco, June 1904 9b/w photo)
FGL5486703 A child in a street in tanger, Marrocco, June 1904 9b/w photo); Fototeca Gilardi.

The 'Queen Charlotte' moored off the Mole during the bombing of Algiers (Algeria), on 27 August 1816
MMM5482456 The 'Queen Charlotte' moored off the Mole during the bombing of Algiers (Algeria), on 27 August 1816. Colored etching, May 15, 1817, by Lt William Innes Pocock (1783-1836)

Islamic solar quadrant, engraved on both sides, and can be used for astronomical calculations, 1870 (lacquered wood)
MMM5473273 Islamic solar quadrant, engraved on both sides, and can be used for astronomical calculations, 1870 (lacquered wood); National Maritime Museum, London

Detail of the signature of an astrolabe made by Abd al A' Imma, c.1715-16 (bronze)
MMM5471301 Detail of the signature of an astrolabe made by Abd al A' Imma, c.1715-16 (bronze); National Maritime Museum, London

The Judgement of Solomon, 18th century (print)
7425403 The Judgement of Solomon, 18th century (print); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Judgement of Solomon. The picture illustrates the story told in I Kings 3:16-28)

Stela of Shamshi-Adad V, ancient Assyria. (print)
7419911 Stela of Shamshi-Adad V, ancient Assyria. (print); (add.info.: The Stela of Shamshi-Adad V behind a sacrificial altar from Nimrud, ancient Assyria, modern day Iraq)

Map of 'Das Heilige Land' 1554 [Translation: The Holy land], 1554 (vellum)
7339649 Map of 'Das Heilige Land' 1554 [Translation: The Holy land], 1554 (vellum) by Agnese, Battista (c.1500-64); 26x40 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Tripoli in Libya. 17th century illustration. French
5306376 Tripoli in Libya. 17th century illustration. French; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Mount Zion, Jerusalem in the early 19th century. From Cassell's Universal History, published 1888 (b/w engraving)
6867226 Mount Zion, Jerusalem in the early 19th century. From Cassell's Universal History, published 1888 (b/w engraving); (add.info.: Mount Zion, Jerusalem in the early 19th century)

The walls of Tangiers, Morocco, seen here in the 19th century, from "Monuments de Tous les Peuples" by Ernest
6428124 The walls of Tangiers, Morocco, seen here in the 19th century, from "Monuments de Tous les Peuples" by Ernest Breton, published 1843 (engraving); Photo © Ken Welsh

French colonial postcard showing occupying army staging a celebratory parade. Algeria 1906
UIG5636340 French colonial postcard showing occupying army staging a celebratory parade. Algeria 1906; (add.info.: French colonial postcard showing occupying army staging a celebratory parade)

Berber Arab camel train near the Atlas Mountains, Morocco 1900
UIG5635214 Berber Arab camel train near the Atlas Mountains, Morocco 1900; (add.info.: Berber Arab camel train near the Atlas Mountains, Morocco 1900).

French legionnaire colonial soldier depicted on a postcard 1895 Algeria
UIG5635120 French legionnaire colonial soldier depicted on a postcard 1895 Algeria; (add.info.: French legionnaire colonial soldier depicted on a postcard 1895 Algeria).

Map of Palestine at the time of Jesus Christ, 1908 (printing)
8672362 Map of Palestine at the time of Jesus Christ, 1908 (printing); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of Palestine in the time of Our Lord Jesus Christ)

Les Mille et Une Nuits / Thousand and One Nights (colour litho)
8664860 Les Mille et Une Nuits / Thousand and One Nights (colour litho) by Neziere, Raymond de la (1865-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elle enleva le voile qui lui cachait le visage)

Les Mille et Une Nuits / Thousand and One Nights (colour litho)
8664853 Les Mille et Une Nuits / Thousand and One Nights (colour litho) by Neziere, Raymond de la (1865-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Il la frotta aussitot et le genie se presenta)

Victorious tribal Daout warriors, Somalia, Africa. 1885 (engraving)
6947909 Victorious tribal Daout warriors, Somalia, Africa. 1885 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Victorious tribal Daout warriors, Somalia, Africa)

Map showing the land of the Hebrews, 1936
7125142 Map showing the land of the Hebrews, 1936; (add.info.: Map showing the land of the Hebrews. From A Short History of the World, published c.1936); Photo © Ken Welsh

Hannibal Swearing Eternal Enmity toward Rome, c. 1808 (pen & ink with wash over graphite)
XOS5883959 Hannibal Swearing Eternal Enmity toward Rome, c. 1808 (pen & ink with wash over graphite) by French School, (19th century); 34.4x42.9 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

The Holy Land as allotted by Joshua to the Twelve Tribes of Israel (colour litho)
8630305 The Holy Land as allotted by Joshua to the Twelve Tribes of Israel (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

"I hold in my toga peace and war, choose ye which ye will have" (colour litho)
8644883 "I hold in my toga peace and war, choose ye which ye will have" (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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Arab culture is a rich tapestry woven with vibrant colors and intricate patterns, much like the mesmerizing Azulejos tiles found throughout the region. From the majestic La Alhambra in Granada to the enchanting streets of Andalucia, Spain, Arab influences are deeply rooted in these lands. Step back in time and immerse yourself in history as you explore the ancient city of Ghadames, where traditional architecture stands as a testament to centuries-old customs and traditions. The Apocalypse Tapestry or Apocalypse of Angers transports you to another era, showcasing the artistic prowess of Arab craftsmen from 1375-80. Intriguing black-and-white photographs capture moments frozen in time. Mr Smeedon's Villa reveals an elegant entrance that exudes timeless charm while Djenan-el-Mufti in Algiers showcases architectural beauty against a backdrop steeped in history. El Bardo beckons with its mysterious allure - a place where stories unfold through every stone and archway. Algeria's El Bardo offers glimpses into a bygone era through captivating monochrome images that transport us to another world. The loggia at Mr Smeedon's Villa invites contemplation amidst tranquil surroundings, while the fountain court at Djenan-el-Mufti enchants visitors with its soothing melodies and serene ambiance. An amalgamation of artistry, spirituality, and hospitality. It embraces diversity while cherishing its roots. Whether it be exploring architectural marvels or delving into historical narratives captured on film, Arab culture captivates our senses and leaves an indelible mark on our souls.