The image displays an upward view of the highly decorated interior ceiling and dome of St

The image displays an upward view of the highly decorated interior ceiling and dome of St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City, Vatican City. A large central fresco occupies the inner surface of the dome, depicting numerous robed figures, including angels, within a celestial blue and white sky, radiating from a central, brightly illuminated oculus. This fresco is bordered by a gilded, circular laurel wreath motif and a white decorative band. Above the main dome, a smaller, gridded oculus is visible, admitting light into the structure. Below the dome, four large frescoed figures are depicted in the pendentives, supporting the dome's base; a figure in green robes is visible on the left, and another in blue and red robes is on the right. The surrounding architectural elements are extensively gilded, comprising a series of arched and rectangular panels with intricate patterns. Further below, the flat ceiling is covered by a grid of square and rectangular coffers, each containing detailed gilded designs and relief panels, some featuring a white dove. A circular medallion with a crest and Latin inscription is positioned within the lower central coffered ceiling section. Dark, structural architectural elements frame the composition on the left and right sides.