Brass Lanterns Hang Over Zellige Fountain in Riad

Bright late-morning light strikes the white stucco walls of a Marrakech riad courtyard, highlighting rows of brass lanterns suspended from the upper gallery. These pierced metal fixtures cast geometric shadows across the scene below. Beneath them, a shallow fountain displays intricate zellige tiles in deep blues and turquoise, their wet surfaces reflecting the clear sky. Green potted plants rest against the corner walls, adding a touch of color to the stone architecture. The shallow depth of field keeps the nearest lantern sharp while the background dissolves into soft whites and greens. A small droplet rests on the curved edge of a ceramic basin in the immediate foreground, catching the glare.