#4205. Elegant Red Façade of "À la Coquille d'Or" with Gilded Classical Elements

The photograph showcases an exquisite example of traditional French architectural style – a doorway portal of a Parisian shop or restaurant called "À la Coquille d'Or" (To the Golden Shell). The façade is executed in a rich burgundy-red color, which creates a striking contrast with the decorative elements made of gilded metal or painted wood.

The doorway is framed by an elegant classical portal with fluted pilasters topped with decorative capitals featuring ornamental motifs. The central element of the composition is a golden scallop shell (the symbol of the establishment), positioned above the door and surrounded by luxurious rococo-style scrollwork. The name "À la Coquille d'Or" is elegantly engraved on the frieze beneath the shell.

The door itself is crafted in traditional French style with multiple glass panels divided by wooden muntins, providing natural light to the interior. The entire composition reflects the refined aesthetics of Parisian commercial spaces, where functionality harmoniously coexists with decorative abundance.