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Landscape of the Moon's First Quarter - Paul Nash
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$220.00 NZD
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$220.00 NZD
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Archival giclée
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Description
Paul Nash's 'Landscape of the Moon's First Quarter' (1943) captures a serene yet melancholic British landscape under the soft light of the moon. This fine art print brings a touch of sophisticated British modernism to any interior.
Paul Nash's 'Landscape of the Moon's First Quarter', painted in 1943, presents a dreamlike vision of the British countryside under the ethereal glow of the moon. Nash, a key figure in British modernism, often explored themes of nature, war, and the subconscious in his work. This particular painting, created during the Second World War, reflects a sense of both serenity and unease, characteristic of the wartime experience. The composition features tall, slender trees silhouetted against a pale sky, with the moon's crescent casting a soft light over the landscape. The colour palette is muted, with earthy browns, blues, and greens creating a tranquil yet melancholic atmosphere. Nash's distinctive style, blending realism with surrealist elements, invites viewers to contemplate the beauty and mystery of the natural world. As a fine art print, 'Landscape of the Moon's First Quarter' brings a touch of sophisticated British modernism to any interior. Its subtle colours and evocative imagery make it a perfect addition to a living room, study, or bedroom, creating a calming and contemplative space.
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Because every print is made to order, we don't offer change-of-mind returns, refunds or exchanges. If your order arrives faulty, damaged or incorrect, we'll replace it free of charge — just contact us within 48 hours of delivery. See our refunds page for full details.
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Manufacturing
Each print is produced to order using 12-colour giclée printing on FSC-certified archival paper. Designed in Britain and printed at your nearest production hub to reduce waste and speed up delivery.
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Specific Features
Every Solis piece is made to order with archival, gallery-quality materials built to last.
- Museum-grade giclée printing for rich, fade-resistant colour
- Archival matte fine-art paper, FSC-certified
- Multiple sizes and framing options available
- Frames in black, natural wood, dark wood or white
- Framed prints arrive ready to hang
Care & Cleaning
To keep your artwork looking its best:
- Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth
- Avoid prolonged direct sunlight
- Never use liquid cleaners on the print or canvas surface
- Keep in a dry, room-temperature space
- Handle prints with clean, dry hands
Materials & Sizing
Museum-grade giclée on FSC-certified archival matte paper, with framed and canvas options.
- Paper sizes: A4, A3, A2, A1, A0 and B2 (50×70 cm)
- Canvas: XS (20×30 cm) to Large (60×90 cm)
- Frames: black, natural wood, dark wood or white
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Landscape of the Moon's First Quarter - Paul Nash
Regular price
From $130.00 NZD
Sale price
From $130.00 NZD
Regular price
Fine Art Framed / A4 (21x29.7 cm) / Black frame
Artist Biography
Paul Nash
Before his canvases echoed with dreamscapes and wartime desolation, Paul Nash was captivated by the mystical landscapes of his childhood home in Buckinghamshire. This early immersion in nature's enigmatic beauty laid the foundation for his distinctive brand of Surrealism, one deeply rooted in the British countryside rather than Parisian cafes. Nash wasn't just painting what he saw; he was revealing the hidden spirit of the land.
Nash sought to capture the 'inner life' of objects and places, blending realism with symbolic representation. His war art, such as 'A Shell Crater', is haunting not for its graphic depiction of violence, but for its evocation of the landscape's wounded psyche. Similarly, works like 'Landscape of the Moon's First Quarter' demonstrate his ability to find the extraordinary in the ordinary, transforming familiar scenes into otherworldly visions. He masterfully walked the line between abstraction and figuration, inviting viewers to contemplate the unseen forces shaping our world.
Today, Paul Nash's art continues to resonate with collectors who appreciate his unique blend of British sensibility and Surrealist vision. His landscapes, whether serene or scarred, offer a profound meditation on the relationship between humanity and the environment. Nash's ability to find beauty and meaning in the most unexpected places ensures his place as a vital and enduring voice in British art history.
Nash sought to capture the 'inner life' of objects and places, blending realism with symbolic representation. His war art, such as 'A Shell Crater', is haunting not for its graphic depiction of violence, but for its evocation of the landscape's wounded psyche. Similarly, works like 'Landscape of the Moon's First Quarter' demonstrate his ability to find the extraordinary in the ordinary, transforming familiar scenes into otherworldly visions. He masterfully walked the line between abstraction and figuration, inviting viewers to contemplate the unseen forces shaping our world.
Today, Paul Nash's art continues to resonate with collectors who appreciate his unique blend of British sensibility and Surrealist vision. His landscapes, whether serene or scarred, offer a profound meditation on the relationship between humanity and the environment. Nash's ability to find beauty and meaning in the most unexpected places ensures his place as a vital and enduring voice in British art history.
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Hand-stretched canvas with neat gallery-wrapped edges, giving the artwork surface texture and depth. Arrives ready to hang.
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