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Voltaire Statue and Shadows beneath the Arches of the PanthÃ©on - Paris, France

This image captures the statue of Voltaire inside the PanthÃ©on in Paris, France. The statue, carved in white marble, stands in a grand, dimly lit crypt beneath the building's dome. Voltaire, a prominent figure of the Enlightenment, is depicted holding a book, symbolizing his contribution to literature and philosophy. The shadows cast by the statue and the surrounding arches create a dramatic and solemn atmosphere.