This image captures the exterior of the Bibliothèque Nationale de France Richelieu site, specifically a prominent curved corner section, located at the intersection of Rue des Petits Champs and Rue de Richelieu in Paris, France

This image captures the exterior of the Bibliothèque Nationale de France Richelieu site, specifically a prominent curved corner section, located at the intersection of Rue des Petits Champs and Rue de Richelieu in Paris, France. The building features a large, grey-domed roof topped with a weather vane. The facade is constructed from light-colored stone, characterized by classical architectural elements including fluted engaged columns with ornate Corinthian capitals, decorative cornices, and balustraded balconies beneath tall, rectangular windows. One window reflects a modern, linear light fixture from the interior. A blue street sign reading "RUE DES PETITS CHAMPS" is affixed to the plain wall of an adjacent building on the left. A black directional sign at the lower right points towards "Bibliothèque Nationale." The sky is overcast. A modern, dark-colored street lamp is mounted on the left building, and a partial red awning is visible on the far right edge of the frame. No individuals are visible in the scene.