About this artwork
A large, pale moon rises from behind a central peak, its silvery face detailed with soft grey maria and its base just tucked behind the ridge. A narrow band of gold-leaf texture glows along the horizon, as if the last light of evening were still lingering, and in front of it the mountains stack in layers of navy and slate, growing darker towards the foreground.
Above, the Milky Way slants across a deep sky full of stars, while clouds in teal and dusty pink gather on both sides of the moon, with a drift of gold in the upper left. Of all the moon designs, this one feels most like a real place. This moonrise wall art brings outdoor calm into a room and suits cabins, bedrooms and living rooms, especially for hikers, climbers and anyone who loves the mountains at night.
The Moon Illusion
A full moon rising over the horizon often looks enormous, much larger than when it rides high in the sky. Yet measurements show its size barely changes; it is, if anything, slightly farther away at moonrise. This effect, known as the Moon illusion, has been discussed since ancient times, and scientists still debate its exact cause, though it seems to involve how the brain judges distance against the horizon. Full moons rise around sunset, opposite the setting Sun.
How to style it
Ideal for a cabin, chalet, bedroom or living room with natural wood and earthy textiles; pair it with the northern lights design for two night-sky landscapes, or with the full moon print. Explore the full Celestial Wall Art collection.
Choose your format
- Unframed Art Print on 250 gsm archival matte fine-art paper with a soft off-white tone. Ideal if you already have a frame.
- Natural Wood Frame with shatterproof acrylic glazing. Arrives assembled, ready to hang.
- Black Metal Frame, a slim matte-black aluminium frame with shatterproof acrylic glazing. Arrives assembled, ready to hang.
- Aluminium Print, printed directly onto a rigid 3 mm aluminium panel for a sleek, frameless look.
- Wood Print, printed directly onto a 2 cm wood panel for a warm, natural, gallery feel.
Sizes
Seven portrait sizes from 20 × 30 cm (8 × 12 in) to 50 × 70 cm (20 × 28 in). Not sure which one? Read our size guide.
Shipping
Free tracked shipping to most countries. Every print is made to order and produced close to you, in more than 30 countries across Europe, the UK, North America and Australia, which means shorter journeys and fewer surprises at the door. See shipping & returns.
Questions & answers
Why does the moon look so big when it rises?
Mostly because of an optical illusion. The rising moon is not physically larger; your brain compares it with mountains, trees and the horizon and perceives it as bigger. Photographs taken at moonrise and later in the night show almost the same size.
Is this design a real mountain range?
No, the mountains are imagined rather than a specific peak or range. Their layered silhouettes are kept simple so the print suits any mountain lover, whether their favourite place is the Alps, the Rockies or the hills close to home.
Is a frame included?
Only if you choose a framed format. The Natural Wood Frame and Black Metal Frame options arrive assembled with acrylic glazing and are ready to hang. The Unframed Art Print arrives without a frame, and the Aluminium and Wood Prints need no frame at all.
Which size should I choose?
As a rule of thumb, choose art about two-thirds the width of the furniture beneath it. 50 × 70 cm makes a statement above a sofa or bed, 30 × 40 cm suits shelves, desks and gallery walls. Our size guide shows every size to scale.
How is my print made and shipped?
Each print is made to order for you, then shipped with tracking from a production partner close to your address. You receive the tracking link by email as soon as your order leaves production.
Specifications
| Format | Unframed Art Print, Natural Wood Frame, Black Metal Frame, Aluminium Print, Wood Print |
| Print Size | 20 × 30 cm / 8 × 12 in, 30 × 40 cm / 12 × 16 in, 30 × 45 cm / 12 × 18 in, 40 × 50 cm / 16 × 20 in, 40 × 60 cm / 16 × 24 in, 45 × 60 cm / 18 × 24 in, 50 × 70 cm / 20 × 28 in |
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