The image shows an exquisite architectural decorative detail in the Art Nouveau style, characteristic of the late 19th to early 20th century. This is a mascaron — a sculptural ornament in the form of a female head, positioned above an arched opening on the building's facade. The sculpture demonstrates fine craftsmanship in facial features, displaying a dreamy, serene expression with half-lowered eyelids.
The mascaron is crowned with a decorative element resembling a stylized wreath or diadem with floral motifs. On both sides of the central figure are circular medallions, creating a symmetrical composition. Beneath the sculpture, vertical lines are visible, reminiscent of musical strings or a stylized ornament typical of the Art Nouveau period. These elements flow smoothly into the arch decoration.
The building facade is finished in a light plastered material, creating a dramatic contrast with the sculptural element through the interplay of light and shadow. Such architectural details were not merely decorative elements but important semantic accents, reflecting the aesthetic ideals of their time, when natural, feminine forms were actively incorporated into architectural ornamentation.