The image captures the interior of Cathédrale Saint-Étienne de Metz in Metz, France, specifically looking towards the choir and apse

The image captures the interior of Cathédrale Saint-Étienne de Metz in Metz, France, specifically looking towards the choir and apse. The scene is dominated by towering Gothic architecture featuring massive ribbed columns, pointed arches, and a high vaulted ceiling, all constructed from grey stone. In the foreground and midground, rows of dark wooden chairs are arranged on a stone floor, indicating a space for congregants or visitors. Numerous individuals are present: approximately 20-30 people are visible. Some are seated in the chairs, observing the surroundings, while others are standing or walking through the aisles. On the left, two individuals, an older male and an older female in a light green shirt and patterned trousers, are walking towards the viewer, with the female looking to her right. In the middle ground, a young male in a white t-shirt stands near the chairs. At the far end, several people are gathered closer to the altar area. A large, ornate wooden pulpit, topped with a statue of a male figure, is positioned on the left side of the central aisle. Yellow fabric banners or tapestries hang vertically from some of the large pillars on the left. The far end of the cathedral features multiple large stained-glass windows, predominantly displaying vibrant blue, red, and yellow hues, illuminating the space with natural light. Below the large windows, smaller stained-glass windows are visible, and an altar or reredos structure is discernible at the very end of the nave.