This image depicts the interior of the Église Notre-Dame de Cherbourg, a Gothic church located in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, France

This image depicts the interior of the Église Notre-Dame de Cherbourg, a Gothic church located in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, France. The perspective is from the rear of the nave, looking towards the chancel and altar. The environment is characterized by tall, robust stone columns featuring intricately carved capitals, which support a high, ribbed vaulted ceiling constructed from dark stone. The interior is dimly lit by artificial light. A large, circular chandelier with multiple bulbs is suspended prominently in the mid-ground, providing significant illumination. Higher up, a fainter, circular light structure with a green hue is discernible. In the immediate foreground, the backs of three individuals are clearly visible, seated on simple wooden chairs with vertical back slats. From left to right: an individual with dark, shoulder-length wavy hair wearing a dark padded coat; an individual with short grey hair wearing a dark jacket with a red collar visible; and an individual with short grey hair wearing a brown jacket. Numerous other congregants are seated in rows further forward, largely appearing as indistinct silhouettes in the dim light. In the distant chancel area, a brightly illuminated golden-colored structure, likely an altarpiece, is visible, flanked by smaller lights or candles. A crucifix is mounted on a column or wall section to the right of the main chandelier. Statuary is faintly visible along the left side aisle wall. The scene suggests a religious service or gathering is underway.