Fountain of Qayt Bay by Lea Laboy

Fountain of Qayt Bay, Al- Aqsa Mosque, oil by Lea Laboy
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I love the detail in the dome and the use of shadows to enhance the atmosphere. Really lovely painting.

Brilliant painting. The shadows indicate the harsh sunlight. I've always liked pictures of the old buildings in desert areas.

That is a beautiful painting and you have captured the detail so well, especially on the dome!

What a wonderful painting and thank your the history, it is indeed beautiful

Fabulous work indeed…I can almost feel the texture!

Beautiful building great detail.

Beautiful painting of a beautiful building, you just transported me there

A wonderful sense of place Lea. The dome and shadows portray the character of the area and your architectural details are to be admired. A first class painting.

Great everything

Marie, thank you for your kind words ! I really appreciate it.

Thanks for taking the time to comment, Richard ! I’m especially happy that you noticed the details in the piece—those little elements mean so much during the process. I appreciate your thoughtful words!

Thank you very much David ! That’s such a complimentary comment.

Thank you so much Heather ! I always appreciate your interest.

Alan, thank you for your wonderful support! Comments like yours keep me motivated to keep creating and sharing. I’m truly grateful for your encouragement.

Thank you very much Stephen ! I really appreciate it.

Thank you so much Carole ! I really appreciate it.

Thank you so much, Romila ! I really appreciate your kind words—it means a lot to hear that my work resonates with you.

Carole, your message truly made my day! Knowing that my art brings joy to others is the greatest reward. Thank you very much.

Thank you very much Rickert ! I really appreciate it.

Thank you very much Russell ! That’s such a complimentary comment.

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02/12/2025
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"Fountain of Qayt Bay or Sabil Qaitbay (Arabic: سبيل قايتباي) is a domed public fountain (sabil) on the western esplanade of the al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem, near the Madrasa al-Ashrafiyya. Built in the 15th century by the Mamluks of Egypt, it was completed in the reign of Sultan Qaytbay, after whom it is named (...) It has been considered, "after the Dome of the Rock, the most beautiful edifice in the al-Aqsa Mosque.""

About the Artist
Lea Laboy

Practicing painter and author of books on art history, philosophy, and psychogeography. Member of The Aristotelian Society. Holds diplomas from the Academy of Fine Arts and in Art History.

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