The image showcases an expressive architectural element on a building facade, crafted as a wrought iron sculpture of a mythical creature. This elegant detail in Art Nouveau style adorns the exterior wall above a window opening with blue shutters.
The metal sculpture depicts a fantastic dragon-like creature with an elongated snout, sharp teeth, and a curved body. Particularly striking are the fluidity of lines and decorative elements - undulating curls, stylized strands, and a curved tail. The creature appears to emerge from the wall, creating a dynamic composition and giving the building facade a unique character.
The wrought iron element is organically integrated into the overall facade composition, contrasting with the neutral texture of the stone wall. Adjacent to the main sculpture, one can observe a twisted iron support with decorative elements that forms a unified ensemble. In the lower part of the facade, a stone relief in the form of a lion's head is visible, indicating a carefully considered eclectic approach to the building's decoration.
Such decorative facade elements are characteristic of late 19th to early 20th century architecture, when special attention was paid to artistic expressiveness and symbolism in architectural details. The wrought iron sculpture not only serves a decorative function but also reflects the aesthetic concepts of an era when fantastic and mythological motifs were actively used in architectural decor.