Garden scene with the Sphinx in moonlight, Act II scene 3, set design for The Magic Flute by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart 1756-91
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Karl Friedrich Schinkel's Garden scene with the Sphinx in moonlight, Act II scene 3, set design for The Magic Flute by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart 1756-91 into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
Under the spell of moonlight, Karl Friedrich Schinkel’s Garden Scene with the Sphinx in Moonlight transports viewers into an enchanted realm from Mozart’s The Magic Flute. This 1815 set design for Act II, Scene 3 masterfully blends romantic mysticism with neoclassical precision, capturing the opera’s Masonic symbolism through towering palms, a brooding sphinx, and a luminescent pyramid glowing against the deep Prussian blue night. Schinkel, a leading figure in German Romanticism and Prussian court architect, redefined theatrical scenography by merging architectural grandeur with poetic atmosphere. The painting’s dramatic chiaroscuro and Egyptian Revival motifs reflect early 19th-century Europe’s fascination with antiquity and the sublime, while its theatricality influenced generations of stage designers. As one of Schinkel’s most celebrated works for opera, it remains a pinnacle of Romantic era visual storytelling.
For contemporary spaces, this artwork lends mythic gravitas when strategically placed. A large-scale reproduction (minimum 90x60cm) commands attention in high-ceilinged studies or executive offices, ideally paired with empire-style furnishings or minimalist monochrome decor to let its moody palette shine. Frame it in blackened oak with a subtle gold fillet to echo the pyramid’s glow. In residential settings, position it as a focal point above a grand piano or in a library nook with emerald green velvet accents to complement the jungle foliage. The midnight blues and silvery moonbeams harmonize exceptionally with matte black walls or warm walnut paneling, while smaller giclée prints (50x35cm) work beautifully as part of a salon-style gallery wall featuring botanical sketches or astronomical charts. Its balance of mystery and geometry makes it particularly striking in spaces blending Gothic and neoclassical elements.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
