(Ref No 226)

Lady of Babylon

In Lady of Babylon, Fouad Al Shekh evokes the grandeur of Mesopotamian heritage through a contemporary lens. The central female figure, stylized with monumental grace, stands as both goddess and guardian — a symbol of fertility, wisdom, and the continuity of civilization. Al Shekh’s composition merges modern abstraction with historical reverence. The face — serene yet commanding — reflects the duality of Iraqi identity: strength born of endurance, and beauty shaped by history. The work stands as a homage to the feminine spirit that anchors heritage against the shifting sands of time.

Size: 51 × 49 cm
Artist: Fouad Al Shekh
Technique: Acrylic on Canvas – signed print Framed