Romanesque church of Lébény Photo

Photographer’s Note

Roman Catholic church of St James the Apostle (Szent Jakab apostol), Lebeny

Built from 1199 to 1212 this Romanesque church still preserves its original early 13th-century shape. Most of the current ornamentations and of the furnishings, however, date from a 19th-century refurbishment.
The three-nave basilican church captivates by its monumental walls made from painstakingly dressed ashlars and structured by narrow arched windows and slim wall columns. Only the towers and the apses are decorated with arcading ledges, somewhat resolving the strict geometric order.
The notion of ornamentation is focused upon the porch with its tiered archivolts rupturing the thick walls.
The same spirit governing the facade also pervades the interior. The vestibule above which is the gallery, as well as the naves and the apses of the sanctuary singled out by the triumphal arch are all connected by a light, transparent order.
The Jesuits refurbished the Romanesque church in 1638, and Nuremberg architect August Essenwein lead out in its renovation lasting from 1872 to 1879.

Lébény

The town's most prominent sight is the 13th-century church which preserves its original character to this day.
Today only the church standing on the village square remains from a monastery built by the Benedictines. Situated next to the military road the settlement has suffered much in times of war. In 1529 for instance it was burnt to the ground by the Turkish previous to their assault of Vienna, again in 1683, and in 1841 a serious fire raged there causing great destruction.
On the outskirts of Lébény towards the White Lake (Fehér-tó) the so-called 'Spring Lakes' (forrástavak) can be found, a series of natural ponds. Alongside their edge a camping site is available.
How to get there:
By public transport, the settlement is served by buses from Győr. The town shares a railway station with neighbouring Mosonszentmiklós, which is served by railway from Győr and Hegyeshalom. By car take the M1 motorway or Route 1. (Source: Vendégváró)

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snunney (34508) 2009-11-10 2:44

Hello George,
I like the point of view with the shady path with its dappled sunlight leading us towards the door of the church. The tree on the right makes a pleasing natural frame and helps counterbalance the mass of this imposing church. The sunlight across the façade draws out the tones and textures in the stonework to good effect. Very well done, thanks for sharing.

pasternak (13166) 2009-11-10 2:54

Nice pov and light, the church is well balanced by the tree.

Cheers
A

Buin (37302) 2009-11-10 3:09

Good morning George!
A really great and venerable building -in all its simplicity. Its sunlit facade here in contrast to the shady foreground emphasizes this impression in a wonderful way. A really special place ...
Greetings from grey and rainy Germany!
FRank

Angshu (33487) 2009-11-10 3:13

Dear George
Congratulations, much belated on your 800th post...as astounding amount considering you started not so early in this website. This is a fine regal Romanesque church, framed with good lead-in and perspective and having a good light. Good framing with the tree on the right. Congratulations once again my friend, and apologize for the delay
Regards
Angshu

leonorkuhn (13513) 2009-11-10 3:33

Hi George,

Magnificent Romanesque church, it has an imposing and solid facade. The medieval churches, from Romanesque to Gothic, has a unique architectural style, applied to the theological foundations. Excellent capture, great POV with the church bathed by the sun, highlighting its beautiful details. Very good colors.

Have a nice day
Leonor

asajernigan (14046) 2009-11-10 3:46

George,
Your composition is fine using the shaded path to lead the eye to the brightly lit church. The angle of the shot is great giving the photo depth and direction. The tree provides nice framing for the shot. The lighting and colors are fine as is the photo's shaprness.
TFS,
Asa

jlbrthnn (37452) 2009-11-10 3:47

Hello george,
The image describes a serene environment which is appropriate for the place. The lawn and the trees lead the glance towards the church, which has an original steeple roof. Light, colors, clearness, seem to me excellent. Cheer.
Have a nice day
Cordially
Joël

dta (4750) 2009-11-10 4:18

Hello Georg ,
An interesting and beautiful church superbly framed . the contrast with the shady part in the fore ground is well managed .
regards

francio64 (10720) 2009-11-10 4:45

Ciao George,
bella immagine con un ricco gusto per la composizione.
Ottima la luce e belli i colori.

Well done!
Francesco

Cretense (55466) 2009-11-10 5:00

Hello George!

Beautiful "blending" of nature and architecture, great "balance" between the church and the tree! Great composition and framing, flawless light management and beautiful colours!

Hercules

TopGeo (21595) 2009-11-10 6:08

Hi George! The church that impresses with the indirect lighting and the tree in the impressive composition that with the shade in FG with perspective leads the eye to the depth the blue background adds..
Regards
Georgios

mortijo (12078) 2009-11-10 7:01

HI George,
An excellent shot of this impressive church. The trees to the right form a nice natural frame for the building. Interesting note too.
Regards
John

ChrisJ (69921) 2009-11-10 7:18

Hi George

A good upward pov on the twin spired church, with excellent sharpness, colour and framing. Tfs!

saxo042 (15404) 2009-11-10 9:14

Hi George,
A very fine picture of these impressive church towers. the large green tree completes the capture. Also a very interesting note!
Kind regards
Gunnar

JT50 (598) 2009-11-10 10:55

Hi George,
Well chosen POV to capture the sunlit
church with the fine surrounding. The
shady path offers good contrast and
effective DOF. Well managed.
Regards.
Janak

vasilpro (8340) 2009-11-10 11:02

Hello George,
Excellent composition from a very nice POV, interesting architecture, a pleasant place, very good lighting and lovely colors.
Best wishes, Vasilis.

subhendu_bagchi (2796) 2009-11-10 11:04

Hi George,
another nice presentation. The church looks nice from this POV. Great respective captured with great light, colours. Good detailling of it, and the inclusion of those people in front of church added life and dimension to it. Very well done. Tfs.
Have a nice time.
Subhendu

ymrk (8533) 2009-11-10 12:21

Fine perspective then you as usual..Architectural details are clearly seeming.Have a nice day,dear George!

Yağmur

phwall (5528) 2009-11-10 15:07

Hi George,
Simple, elegant, nice use of the light and good composition.
What more could one ask for in a photograph, nice work.
Regards
Peter

bona (2199) 2009-11-10 16:06

Great photo my friend! I really like the church architecture, it seems a caslte!
The pathway more dark made a line directely to the church.
Well done.
andre

ls7902 (6122) 2009-11-10 18:37

Hello George,
Nice vertical composition. Beautiful late afternoon light with good contrast with the shadowed area. Have a nice day. Regards. Latiff.

AiresSantos (41738) 2009-11-11 1:41

Hi George
Fine postcard of the romanesque church of Lébény
Excellent colours and light management
Have a nice day
Aires

amaryllis (17293) 2009-11-11 2:55

Bonjour Georg
un cadrage idéal pour nous présenter cette superbe église avec une lumière douce, un premier plan de verdure, et une belle architecture; un e note intéressante également
bonne journée
juliette

npecanhuk (13525) 2009-11-11 5:22

Hello George!
Another beautiful image and the highlight in this one is the superb architectural details of the Church! Sharpness, exposure, dof, colors, vertical format, pov and composition are also excellent in this photograph!
TFS - congratulations!
Best regards,
Neyvan

pablominto (40334) 2009-11-12 23:40

Hello George,

A pleasant composition, where the church is nicely balanced by the huge tree!
Attractive play of light and shades, and the diagonal street leads nicely to the main subject...
The fine light renders great colours, DoF covers the scene well!

Greetings,
Pablo -