A nighttime scene depicts the Ill River within the Ponts Couverts district of Petite France, Strasbourg, France

A nighttime scene depicts the Ill River within the Ponts Couverts district of Petite France, Strasbourg, France. The image is composed of a dark waterway extending from the immediate foreground into the midground. Centrally positioned in the midground, a brightly illuminated, multi-story historic structure, featuring a prominent tower, reflects clearly upon the water's surface. To the left, a dimly lit pedestrian pathway or bridge runs parallel to the water, delineated by a light-colored railing. Dark trees are visible beyond this path, and a single streetlamp casts light on a small section of grass. On the right bank, a multi-story building with dark, recessed window openings is partially visible above a stone embankment. The sky above is uniformly dark. No individuals are present in the frame.