I.M. Pei has died
The Louvre pyramid itself is a beautiful structure and it is certainly a sight to see.<p>That being said, its placement in a courtyard surrounded by strikingly beautiful and unique French Renaissance architecture is a testament to modern arrogance.  It does not complement the theme or contribute to the panorama, but instead steals the view and obscures the art already there.  It was highly controversial and divided Parisians against each other.  Clearly the man had talent, but it's a little disgusting how proud of where it was placed.