Returned Family in a Moonlit Square
1750
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
lantern
1750
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This black-and-white photo shows two people walking side by side on a narrow, dimly lit street. The person on the left holds a small lantern, casting a faint glow on the cobblestones. Behind them, shadowy buildings line the path, and a faint moon hangs in the dark sky. The lantern’s light is the only bright spot in the scene, making the figures stand out against the deep shadows. The photo feels quiet and mysterious, like a moment frozen in time. Next, look up lantern to see how they’ve been used in art and history.
