Graf van Mohammeds echtgenote Maymunah bij Mekka, omringd door pelgrimstenten tijdens de Hadj 1889

"Graf van Mohammeds echtgenote Maymunah bij Mekka, omringd door pelgrimstenten tijdens de Hadj" is a photograph by Abd al-Ghaffar from 1889 depicting a large encampment of tents near Mecca. The tents are likely those of pilgrims participating in the Hajj, the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca. The photograph captures a pivotal moment in Islamic history, with a stark contrast between the simple tents and the expansive desert landscape, creating a sense of scale and the importance of this pilgrimage. The black and white tones give the image a timeless feel and reinforce the solemn atmosphere of the scene.