Al Borak

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Title: Al Borak
Date Created: 1910
Description: The animal brought by the angel Gabriel to convey the prophet Mahommad to the seventh heaven. The name means "the lightning." Float design from the Mistick Krewe of Comus 1910 parade. Theme: Mahomet.
Topical Subject(s): Carnival--Louisiana--New Orleans
Mistick Krewe of Comus (Organization)
Geographical Subject(s): New Orleans (La.)
Note: Comus 1910 Float 09
Language: eng
Extent: 18.5in x 12in
Note (Physical Description): Watercolor on tracing paper, 18.5 x 12 inches, Comus float designs, Carnival Collection, Manuscripts Collection 900, Louisiana Research Collection, Howard-Tilton Memorial Library, Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana
Type of Resource: still image
Publisher: Howard-Tilton Memorial Library. Louisiana Research Collection.
Rights: Physical rights are retained by the Louisiana Research Collection. Copyright is retained in accordance with U.S. copyright laws.
Contact Information: specialcollections@tulane.edu