[Mosque of Koum] 1840 - 1869

"Mosque of Koum" is a salt print photograph taken by Italian photographer Luigi Pesce between 1840 and 1869. The image shows the exterior of a mosque in Persia, with a group of people gathered in front of the building. The mosque's elaborate facade features a large, ornate archway and a central dome. Pesce's photograph captures the architectural details of the mosque and the daily life of its worshippers, offering a glimpse into Persian culture during the mid-19th century. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City houses the photograph, highlighting its historical and artistic significance.