The Pink Sajadah

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jakoburnian: “The Sanctuary in Mecca” Multicolor print, paper.Middle East; 20th century H: 34; W: 49 cm This print shows an idealised and schematic picture of the Holy Mosque in the center of Mecca. Around the mosque’s courtyard are a number of tall minarets. The heading exhorts the beholder to make the pilgrimage as often as possible. Prints like this one have been popular decorations in private homes as well as offices and coffee houses during the past century.

jakoburnian:

“The Sanctuary in Mecca”
Multicolor print, paper.
Middle East; 20th century
H: 34; W: 49 cm

This print shows an idealised and schematic picture of the Holy Mosque in the center of Mecca. Around the mosque’s courtyard are a number of tall minarets. The heading exhorts the beholder to make the pilgrimage as often as possible. Prints like this one have been popular decorations in private homes as well as offices and coffee houses during the past century.

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