Arabs Collection

Poster for French railways to Morocco
Poster for French railways, serving Tangier, Casablanca, Marrakech and other exotic locations

Claverton Street Chapel, Pimlico, London (now demolished)

The Harem, 1876. Creator: John Frederick Lewis
The Harem, 1876

Emir Faisal at Wejh (now in Saudi Arabia)
Emir Faisal (1883-1933) at Wejh (now in Saudi Arabia) during the First World War. He later became Faisal I of Iraq. He directed the Arab revolt against the Ottomans in 1916

Scene from Song of Roland
Roland blowing his warhorn in battle against the Saracens at Roncesvalle, 789 AD. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Narrow street in Kut Al Amara, Mesopotamia, WW1
A narrow street in Kut Al Amara, Mesopotamia (now Iraq), during the First World War. Date: circa 1915-1918

View of Mount Carmel, Israel. Date: early 20th century

Cafe at Biskra, Algeria, 1884. Creator: Frederick Arthur Bridgman
Cafe at Biskra, Algeria, 1884

Bedouins and camels in the desert, Egypt
A group of bedouins and their camels in the desert, Egypt. Date: early 20th century

Biplane with crew and arabs in the desert, Iraq
A biplane in the desert with crew and arabs, somewhere in Iraq

Guiscard Defeats Arabs
The Saracens and Greeks are defeated by a Norman prince, Robert Guiscard, who rides triumphally into Palermo and takes the title of Count of Sicily

The Mercy Fathers ransoming the captives in Algeria, c. 1830-40 (litho) (b / w photo)
CHT287709 The Mercy Fathers ransoming the captives in Algeria, c.1830-40 (litho) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Poster, The New Road to the East. 20th century

The guardian of one of the famed desert castles

Griffon preaching to the Maronites of Mount Lebanon
Griffon, preaching to the Maronites of Mount Lebanon, is aided by a miracle -- God moves the sun so that its rays illumine the church from the east, not the west

Six girls learning Arabic at school, Egypt
Six Egyptian girls in a classroom learning Arabic from a male teacher -- a recent trend in extending educational opportunities to girls

Camel Ride on the Dubai Marina JBR Beach, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Fragment of a relief of the throne room of the Palace of Assurbanipal or Ashurbanipal
JEB4907914 Fragment of a relief of the throne room of the Palace of Assurbanipal or Ashurbanipal, King of Assyria (Mesopotamia) (669 BC-627 BC) - Near East

Engraved illustration of Christian Arabs at prayer in Bethlehem, published in Picturesque Palestine, about 1875
5616869 Engraved illustration of Christian Arabs at prayer in Bethlehem, published in Picturesque Palestine, about 1875; (add.info.: 02/02/1875); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Pyramids of Cheops and Cheffreu, the Sphinx and the temples of Cheffreu. 1880 (photo)
684274 Pyramids of Cheops and Cheffreu, the Sphinx and the temples of Cheffreu. 1880 (photo); (add.info.: Pyramids of Cheops and Cheffreu)

Rue du souk in Tunis (Tunisia)
LOD4353435 Rue du souk in Tunis (Tunisia).; (add.info.: Rue du souk in Tunis (Tunisia).); Photo © Flodi.

The oasis of Sidi Arazem (Morocco)
LOD4353434 The oasis of Sidi Arazem (Morocco).; (add.info.: The oasis of Sidi Arazem (Morocco).); Photo © Flodi.

Tel Hai, a former Jewish settlement in northern Galilee, the site of an early battle between Jews and Arabs
3739768 Tel Hai, a former Jewish settlement in northern Galilee, the site of an early battle between Jews and Arabs, 1920s (b/w photo); (add.info.: Tel Hai)

Cent Mille Lieues Dans Les Airs
2904100 Cent Mille Lieues Dans Les Airs; (add.info.: Cent Mille Lieues Dans Les Airs (comte Henry de la Vaulx) [One Hundred Thousand Miles in the Air]

Tunis water-carriers, 1864. Creator: Joseph Austin Benwell
Tunis water-carriers, 1864. 'The group represented in our Engraving under this title is from a sketch by an artist who recently visited Tunis and thence went overland to Egypt

Cuneiform tablet with Gilgamesh Flood Epic, Babylonian, Southern Iraq (displayed at the British Museum)
536607 Cuneiform tablet with Gilgamesh Flood Epic, Babylonian, Southern Iraq (displayed at the British Museum) 17th century BC (object); Universal History Archive/UIG.

An Excursion from Tunis to Zowan - Roman and Saracen Entrance-Gate to Zowan...1858. Creator: Unknown
An Excursion from Tunis to Zowan - Roman and Saracen Entrance-Gate to Zowan, fifty miles south from Carthage, 1858. Engraving from a sketch by Mr

Sketches at Gibraltar, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Sketches at Gibraltar, 1876. Engraving from a sketch by...a valued correspondent and amateur artist, Major W. O. Carlile, R.A...Eggs; Chickens; Milkman; Water Carriers; Spanish Caleche; Spanish Women

Caravan Reposing, in the Hauran; The Stone Towns of Central Syria, otherwise called... 1875. Creator: Unknown
Caravan Reposing, in the Hauran; The Stone Towns of Central Syria, otherwise called the Giant Cities of Bashan, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

'Arabs Fishing; From Bombay to Kosseir: The Red Sea, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Arabs Fishing; From Bombay to Kosseir: The Red Sea, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

Arabs in Egypt, Sunrise, 1867. Creator: Christian Adolf Schreyer
Arabs in Egypt, Sunrise, 1867

Arabs bringing skins to market; Journeyings in Mesopotamia, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Arabs bringing skins to market; Journeyings in Mesopotamia, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Milk women and Arabs crossing the Tigris; Journeyings in Mesopotamia, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Milk women and Arabs crossing the Tigris; Journeyings in Mesopotamia, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Café and Divan, Algiers, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Cafe and Divan, Algiers, 1857. Men relaxing in North Africa. From "Illustrated London News", 1857

Simoom in the Desert, 1857. Creator: Smyth
Simoom in the Desert, 1857....the wary and accustomed eye of the old greybearded camel-driver recognises in the murky banks quickly rising on the hot horizon the near approach of one of those

Vuie De La Captivite De J.Circa #279, Printed c.1870. Creator: Felix Bonfils
Vuie De La Captivite De J.Circa #279, Printed c.1870

Vuie General De Balbek, Syrie #438, Printed c.1870. Creator: Felix Bonfils
Vuie General De Balbek, Syrie #438, Printed c.1870

Travellers Encampment in the Desert, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Travellers Encampment in the Desert, 1857....the travellers encampment...consists of about half-a-dozen chadirs, or tents

Camel-drivers Encampment in the Desert, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Camel-drivers Encampment in the Desert, 1857. The camels are unladen, and most of them, weary with the day's work, lie about in uncouth

Mid-day Encounter in the Desert, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Mid-day Encounter in the Desert, 1857. There is a little cloud of dust ahead! The first feelings entertained are alarm; these, however

The Desert Route - Khan near Nahar-el-Kelb, the Ancient Lycus, three leagues from Beyrout, 1857. Creator: Unknown
The Desert Route - Khan near Nahar-el-Kelb, the Ancient Lycus, three leagues from Beyrout, 1857. The Khan, as you perceive, is a wretched old affair, damp, and full of rubbish

An Arab Family in the Desert, 1847. Creator: Niels Simonsen
An Arab Family in the Desert, 1847

'Types d'Arabes de la Tripolitaine; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Types d'Arabes de la Tripolitaine; Le Nord-Est Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

'L'oasis de Biskra au soleil couchant; Afrique du nord, 1914. Creator: Max Raber
'L'oasis de Biskra au soleil couchant; Afrique du nord, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

'Battage du ble dans les Ziban; Afrique du nord, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Battage du ble dans les Ziban; Afrique du nord, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

'Un charrue arabe; Afrique du nord, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Un charrue arabe; Afrique du nord, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

An Arab Rider on Camelback, c. 1840. Creator: Hippolyte Lalaisse
An Arab Rider on Camelback, c. 1840

Arab seated from the front, c.1891. Creator: Henry Brokman
Arab seated from the front, c.1891

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Arab Culture: From French Railways to Dubai's Vibrant Beaches" Step into a world of captivating diversity as we delve into the fascinating realm of Arabs. With a poster showcasing French railways leading to Morocco, embark on a visual journey that transcends borders and time. Witness Emir Faisal at Wejh, now in Saudi Arabia, embodying the spirit of leadership and resilience. Meanwhile, Claverton Street Chapel in Pimlico, London serves as a testament to the global reach and influence of Arab communities. Marvel at the breathtaking view of Mount Carmel in Israel – an enchanting landscape that has captivated generations with its beauty. Delve into history with The Mercy Fathers ransoming captives in Algeria during the 19th century; their selflessness echoes through time. The allure continues with "The New Road to the East" poster beckoning adventurers towards uncharted territories. Bedouins gracefully traverse Egypt's desert astride camels, epitomizing nomadic traditions passed down through generations. An iconic image emerges from Iraq – a biplane soaring above vast desert expanses alongside local Arabs, symbolizing progress intertwined with ancient heritage. Reflect upon Guiscard's triumph over Arabs as history unfolds before your eyes. Discover one of the famed desert castles guarded by enigmatic figures who have witnessed centuries pass by amidst shifting sands. Griffon preaching to Maronites atop Mount Lebanon showcases cultural harmony and religious tolerance within Arab societies. Finally, immerse yourself in modern-day marvels like camel rides along Dubai Marina JBR Beach – where tradition meets cosmopolitan luxury against an awe-inspiring backdrop. Experience firsthand how United Arab Emirates seamlessly blends old-world charm with contemporary innovation and can more than just a label; they represent an intricate tapestry woven together by diverse landscapes, rich histories, and vibrant cultures spanning continents and eras. Step beyond stereotypes and embrace this captivating world that awaits your exploration.