Architecture in the Moonlight | René Magritte | 1956

"Architecture in the Moonlight" (1956) by René Magritte is a surreal and minimalistic painting that explores the quiet mystery of architectural forms under the spell of moonlight. In this dreamlike composition, stark geometric structures—staircases, archways, and a lone sphere—stand frozen in a silent, nocturnal landscape. The full moon glows against a deep indigo sky, casting soft, uncanny shadows that heighten the sense of stillness and enigma. Magritte’s precise, almost illusionistic style contrasts with the ambiguity of the scene, evoking metaphysical contemplation and the surreal beauty of the ordinary made strange.

Frame:

Created from high-quality wood, milled with simple clean lines and presented with a satin finish. Includes an off-white mount that will not discolour or fade with age.

All framed prints feature our premium fine art paper. This is a museum-quality paper which reproduces photography and artworks with exceptional tonality and renders sharp details with consistent flatness and accuracy.

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