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The image shows a fragment of a historical building facade in Art Nouveau or Jugendstil style. The facade is executed in a rich burgundy color with contrasting light horizontal lines that emphasize its architectural articulation.
The decorative elements positioned above the windows are particularly expressive. Between the second and third floors, there are pale green stucco ornaments featuring plant motifs and the flowing curved lines characteristic of Art Nouveau. The central part of the decoration has an arch or horseshoe shape, which is typical for this style.
The window openings on the first and second floors have different forms: below – an arched window with a transom and vertical frame divisions, above – rectangular windows with simpler divisions. All windows are framed with dark casements, creating a striking contrast with the wall color.
The facade demonstrates an approach to urban building design characteristic of the turn of the 19th-20th centuries: picturesqueness, asymmetry, and the use of decorative elements inspired by natural forms.