This image depicts the interior of the Hotel Métropole in Brussels, Belgium, specifically a grand stairwell and landing area

This image depicts the interior of the Hotel Métropole in Brussels, Belgium, specifically a grand stairwell and landing area. The scene is illuminated by artificial warm light. A prominent, multi-tiered brass and glass chandelier hangs centrally from a high, ornate ceiling. It features an octagonal lantern body and eight outward-curving arms, each holding an upward-facing light fixture with a white, bell-shaped glass shade. Below the chandelier, a large arched window is visible, composed of multiple panes of decorative leaded or stained glass, featuring intricate metallic scrollwork and amber, yellowish, and green glass segments. The lower rectangular sections display stylized motifs resembling bundled wheat or floral urns. This window appears internally illuminated, suggesting a brightly lit space beyond. The walls are constructed of light-toned stone or stucco blocks and are extensively adorned with classical architectural ornamentation, including deep cornices, friezes with circular rosettes, decorative moldings, and bas-reliefs of wreaths and floral garlands. The walls exhibit a graceful curvature, characteristic of a grand stairwell. In the lower-left foreground, a segment of a curving staircase descends. It features a dark, polished wooden handrail atop an ornate wrought-iron balustrade with intricate scrollwork and gilded accents. The balustrade rests on a stone base. The landing at the top of the visible staircase segment has a mosaic-tiled floor with geometric patterns in dark and light tones. A tall, dark wooden paneled door is partially visible to the left of the window. A small green potted plant is visible in the lower right corner. No people are present in the scene.