Moschee in Tunis 1905

"Moschee in Tunis" is a painting made by Gabriele Munter, capturing a scene from her travels. Munter, as a woman artist in the early 20th century, navigated a male-dominated art world, finding spaces to create and express her unique vision. Here, Munter depicts a slice of life in Tunis. Notice how the architecture of the mosque and the dress of the figures suggest a cultural context far from European modernism, which was her primary artistic location. The figures are presented in ways that perhaps highlight the cultural differences experienced by a Western artist traveling abroad. Consider how Munter, as a European woman, might have perceived and portrayed this scene. The painting captures a moment in time, but it also reflects the complex dynamics of cultural exchange and representation. It invites us to think about how we see each other and the stories we tell through art.