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Constantinople in Moonlight (Constantinople au clair de lune)

$425.00

Size Small (20 x 19) Medium (29 x 27) Large (34 x 31) Estate (44 x 40)

Frame Gold Silver Dark Bronze

Giclee print on archival quality Fredrix canvas
Stretched on sustainably sourced Appalachian Poplar hardwood
Hand embellished with clear gesso to add depth and dimensionality to this premium reproduction print.
Luxuriously framed in premium, imported resin frames available in three finishes
Kraft paper dust cover is included at no additional charge
Wire hanger and hanging hardware are included at no additional charge so you can hang your new Canvas Classics right away
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Constantinople in Moonlight (Constantinople au clair de lune) – Ivan Aivazovsky, 1889

Framed Canvas Reproduction

This enchanting framed canvas reproduction of Ivan Aivazovsky’s Constantinople in Moonlight has undergone meticulous digital restoration, unlocking an ethereal glow and depth often lost in typical online versions. The process has yielded unparalleled luminosity and brilliance in the moon's radiant light and its shimmering path across the water, truly capturing the magic of a serene night. Furthermore, the restoration delivers remarkable richness and subtlety in the nocturnal blues and purples of the sky and sea, allowing the intricate details of the city's silhouette and the ships to emerge with breathtaking clarity and atmospheric beauty.

In Constantinople in Moonlight, Ivan Aivazovsky, the unrivalled maestro of moonlit seascapes, casts a spell of serene grandeur over the historic capital of the Ottoman Empire. Painted in 1889, this captivating work showcases Aivazovsky's extraordinary ability to render the elusive beauty of nocturnal light on water, a recurring and celebrated theme in his oeuvre. The painting invites viewers to witness Constantinople bathed in the soft, ethereal glow of a full moon, a tranquil spectacle of light, architecture, and maritime life.

The canvas is a symphony of cool, deep blues and purples in the sky, softened by luminous clouds through which a brilliant, golden moon shines. This radiant orb casts a glistening, wide path of light across the calm waters, where elegant sailing ships and small boats glide silently, their forms silhouetted against the luminous reflections. The iconic skyline of Constantinople, with its domes and minarets, rises majestically in the background, subtly illuminated and lending an air of timeless mystery and exotic allure. Aivazovsky's masterful brushwork imbues the water with a palpable sense of gentle movement, creating a scene of profound peace and contemplative beauty.

This premium framed canvas reproduction powerfully conveys the dazzling light and tranquil atmosphere of Aivazovsky's original, now with an enhanced clarity that brings every vibrant detail to life. It is an exceptional statement piece for any sophisticated living space, a focal point that offers both visual splendor and a captivating journey to a romanticized past, perfectly suiting classic, elegant, or even subtly dramatic decor styles.

Art Movement: Romanticism / Marine Painting

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Archival quality Fredrix canvas, sustainably sourced Appalachian poplar stretcher frames, and premium, imported resin moulding set us apart from other reproduction artwork.

Care for your artwork by dusting with a dry cloth. If need be, use a cloth dampened with water for more serious spills. Do NOT use any type of cleaning agent on the frame or print.

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