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Bibliothèque du Vatican

Charles Soulier

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of an interior hallway, titled "Bibliothèque du Vatican" by Charles Soulier. The hallway has a high ceiling with ornate details, including carved stone or plasterwork, and a series of arches that line the ceiling and walls. The floor is made of stone or tile and appears to be smooth and polished. The hallway is long and stretches out into the distance, with several doorways and archways leading off to either side. The walls are lined with columns and ornate moldings. There are several chairs or benches placed along the left side of the hallway. The doorway in the foreground is large and ornate, with a decorative frame and a leafy design at the top. The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a formal, elegant space, likely a library or other type of formal building. The photo is in black and white.

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666 × 893 px
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