This image depicts the Palais de Justice (Courthouse) in Strasbourg, France, observed from an exterior courtyard on an overcast day

This image depicts the Palais de Justice (Courthouse) in Strasbourg, France, observed from an exterior courtyard on an overcast day. The primary subject is the multi-story, light-colored stone building, characterized by a neoclassical or Neo-Renaissance architectural style. Its facade displays heavily rusticated lower sections, transitioning to smoother ashlar with decorative pilasters on upper levels. A prominent central bay features a large arched window below an ornate pediment containing sculptural relief work. The roofline is elaborate, featuring a decorative crest, a central spire-like element from which a French flag is visible, and notably, four distinct statues resembling crouching cats positioned on the corners and crest of the roof. To the left, several rectangular windows are present, some beneath coats of arms. A large wooden door, accessible by stone steps, is visible on the far left, while a small, dark blue utility door is situated at the building's base near the center-left. The foreground consists of a green lawn that transitions into a dirt path, which curves rightward past a dense line of green hedges and partially visible blue metal gates. Several deciduous trees with green foliage are scattered throughout the scene; one is centrally placed in the mid-ground, and branches from another overhang the upper right quadrant of the frame. The sky is uniformly gray and overcast, indicating cloudy weather. One individual is visible walking from left to right on the grassy area near the building's base. This person is holding an open white umbrella and is dressed in light-colored trousers and a darker top. Their movement is directed towards the right side of the frame, slightly uphill towards the building's entrance area.