This image depicts the grand interior hall of the Bibliothèque Nationale Universitaire de Strasbourg (BNU) in Strasbourg, France

This image depicts the grand interior hall of the Bibliothèque Nationale Universitaire de Strasbourg (BNU) in Strasbourg, France. The perspective is from the top of a short flight of grey-stone stairs, looking down a long, central corridor. The corridor is floored with large, light-colored square tiles. Tall, dark grey marble columns with prominent white Ionic capitals and bases line both sides of the corridor. The ceiling is white, coffered, and features numerous recessed circular light fixtures providing cool illumination. At the far end of the corridor, a short flight of grey steps leads up to large, double wooden doors with multiple glass panes, through which a warm, illuminated interior is visible. To the immediate right of these doors, a red fire extinguisher is mounted on the wall. On the left side of the corridor, between columns, several dark, modern-designed information kiosks or display stands are present, some with visible papers or signs. Further left, partially obscured, is a dark counter area with a computer monitor, behind a black metal railing. A small, white stanchion with a silver base is located near the bottom of the stairs on the left. A small round table with a light top stands near the kiosks. On the right side of the corridor, a large, freestanding silver-colored banner stand rests on the tiled floor. Behind the columns on the right, a grand wooden staircase with ornate balusters is partially visible, ascending to an upper level. A large, circular light fixture is visible on the far left wall. No individuals are present in the scene. The area appears clean and well-maintained.