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Moonlight paintings

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Bathed in the gentle, ethereal glow of moonlight, this painting captures a serene nocturnal landscape where nature and history intersect. The luminous full moon hangs high in a cloud-speckled sky, casting silvery reflections across a tranquil river that snakes through the scene. On the left, the crumbling ruins of an ancient stone tower evoke a sense of mystery and bygone times, while the right side presents a sturdy, gnarled tree with twisting branches, adding a dynamic contrast between life and decay. The water cascades over rocks in the foreground, creating a subtle sense of movement that balances the stillness of the night. Figures by the riverbank, small yet poignant, hint at human presence and quiet activity beneath the vast sky.

Moonlight paintings

Sebastian Pether

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2328 × 1980 px

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