Park with a Fountain in the Moonlight | Carl Gustav Carus | 1851

"Park with a Fountain in the Moonlight" is an oil painting by German painter Carl Gustav Carus, created in the early 19th century. The painting depicts a nighttime scene in a park, with the focal point being a large fountain illuminated by the moonlight. The water from the fountain creates a shimmering effect, adding to the peaceful and serene atmosphere of the scene. The surrounding trees and bushes are depicted in dark silhouette, while the clouds in the sky have a soft, ethereal quality. The overall mood of the painting is dreamy and introspective, with the moonlight serving as a metaphor for the power of nature and the beauty of the unknown. Carus' interest in the Romantic movement is evident in his use of light and shadow, as well as his emphasis on the emotional and spiritual aspects of the natural world.