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View of Constantinople by Moonlight
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View of Constantinople by Moonlight

$425.00
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Product Details
  • 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
  • Always Made in the USA, in our own studio in North Florida
When will I get my order?

At Canvas Classics all of our artwork is made to order and to your specifications. Please allow our artisans and framers 2-3 business days to produce and ship. We will email you with tracking information at time of shipping.

Artwork History

View of Constantinople by Moonlight (Vue de Constantinople au clair de lune) – Ivan Aivazovsky, 1846

Framed Canvas Reproduction

This mesmerizing framed canvas reproduction of Ivan Aivazovsky’s View of Constantinople by Moonlight has undergone masterful digital restoration, revealing an intensity and richness often dulled in typical online versions. The process has achieved unparalleled luminosity and saturation in the fiery, ethereal light that dominates the scene, truly capturing Aivazovsky's dramatic brilliance. Furthermore, the restoration delivers crisper definition in the intricate city skyline and maritime details, allowing the viewer to appreciate every nuance of this romantic masterpiece with breathtaking clarity and depth.

In View of Constantinople by Moonlight, Ivan Aivazovsky, the preeminent master of maritime and Romantic painting, transports us to a scene of breathtaking grandeur and exotic allure. Painted in 1846, this iconic work is a testament to Aivazovsky's profound ability to capture the sublime power and beauty of light over water and landscape. Despite its title, the painting bathes the famed Ottoman capital in a radiant, almost otherworldly glow, evoking the mystical aura of a dramatic moonrise or an intensely atmospheric twilight.

The canvas is dominated by an incandescent light source – a brilliant orb that casts a shimmering path across the water, illuminating the silhouette of the majestic Hagia Sophia and its towering minarets along the historic peninsula. Aivazovsky's characteristic fluid brushwork brings the sea to life, with individual glints of light dancing on the waves, while elegant sailing vessels and small rowboats glide across its surface. The palette explodes with a symphony of deep oranges, passionate reds, and luminous golds, creating an intoxicatingly rich and dramatic atmosphere. This painting is a powerful evocation of wonder and the enduring mystique of the East, a true jewel of Romanticism.

This premium framed canvas reproduction powerfully conveys the dazzling light and profound drama 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, opulent, or even richly moody decor styles.

Art Movement: Romanticism / Marine Painting

Materials + Care

Canvas Classics uses premium materials at every step of production so that your artwork will last a lifetime with appropriate care.

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.

Shipping + Returns

Free Shipping to the continental United States.

We strive to produce and ship all orders in a timely manner, working diligently to ensure that your items are on their way to you as soon as possible.

Because all items are made to order, please allow 2-3 business days for your new artwork to ship. We will send you an email with tracking information once artwork ships.

Satisfaction guaranteed. If at any point within the first 30 days of receiving your artwork, you are not fully satisfied, let us know and we'll send you a return label for the original box you received your artwork in.

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