A full-length bronze statue of Marshal Michel Ney stands on a stone pedestal, viewed from a low angle against an overcast sky in Metz, France

A full-length bronze statue of Marshal Michel Ney stands on a stone pedestal, viewed from a low angle against an overcast sky in Metz, France. The figure is silhouetted against the bright background, obscuring fine details, but clearly depicts a male in 19th-century military uniform, including a long coat and epaulets. He holds a rifle or musket vertically in his left hand, resting on the ground, and a sword is visible at his right side. The pedestal's front face shows the name "NEY" carved into the stone. The sky above and around the statue is filled with numerous white and grey stratocumulus clouds. The scene is illuminated from behind the statue, creating a strong silhouette effect.