Bibliothèque du Vatican

Bibliothèque du Vatican

Charles Soulier

1860

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This image shows a long, empty hallway with tall arches and columns on both sides. The floor is smooth stone, and the walls have dark panels with carved details. Sunlight comes from the far end, making the space look deep and quiet. The hallway has a mix of plain and decorated surfaces, with some walls painted in muted tones. The ceiling has faint patterns that fade into the shadows. Check out The Cleveland Museum of Art to see this work in person.

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