Two Men Contemplating the Moon | Caspar David Friedrich | 1820 14th Century Satan stands on a rocky

Satan stands on a rocky precipice

This painting is a dramatic depiction of Saint Michael the Archangel

gazing across the shimmering lagoon as gondolas and ships rest beneath a luminous sky

Parrish’s signature use of rich color

dark tones and dramatic contrasts

Two Men Contemplating the Moon | Caspar David Friedrich | 1820 14th Century Satan stands on a rocky"Two Men Contemplating the Moon" is an oil painting by German Romantic artist Caspar David Friedrich, created in the early 19th century. The painting depicts two men standing on a rocky outcropping, looking up at the moon, which is depicted in a pale, glowing light. The men are set against a dark, misty landscape, with trees and other natural features visible in the background. The overall mood of the painting is contemplative and introspective, with