St. Peter's Basilica by Moonlight | Carl Gustav Carus | 1833

In Rome, St. Peter’s Basilica by Moonlight, Carl Gustav Carus captures the quiet poetry of the Eternal City beneath a glowing moon. Soft silver light rises over the distant dome of St. Peter’s Basilica, while dark cypress trees and shadowed rooftops frame the peaceful scene. A single candlelit window in the foreground adds warmth and intimacy, contrasting beautifully with the cool moonlit sky. The painting reflects the Romantic fascination with solitude, atmosphere, and the quiet mystery of night.

Print: 

For the matted / mounted prints we use a thick 1.4mm window mount cut from premium, textured mountboard. All mounts are "conservation grade", FSC certified, 100% acid free, and will not discolour or fade with age.

• Simple, elegant design
• Premium, fine art paper with a gently textured surface
• Handmade by specialist picture framers
• FSC certified off-white mat / window mount
• Delivered ready for hanging