The Mosque of Amir Qijmas al-Ishaqi (1479-81): one of the most exemplary qa'a-type mosques, it sits prominently at a major intersection on al-Darb al-Ahmar, the main ceremonial thoroughfare in Cairo.

 

Southern facade of the Mosque on al-Darb al-Ahmar
   
Detail of the window grill with the Rank of Qijmas al-Ishaqi

 

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