Visual Imperialism and the Oriental Harem

What is it about?

This paper explores the historical representation of Eastern women through the Oriental harem paintings and photography, and reveals how the misconception of the harem Odalisques was conceived. It examines how this stereotypical representation resurfaced in the post-9/11 contexts through life narratives written by Muslim women known as the new Scheherazade

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Why is it important?

I bring to surface the new post-9/11 strategy in representing Muslim women.