Reaching for the moon (1933) chromolithograph by Edward Mason Eggleston

Reaching for the Moon (1933) — Edward Mason Eggleston (chromolithograph)

Glamour meets starlight. Eggleston’s vintage chromolithograph shows an elegant figure lifting toward a crescent moon—sleek lines, soft gradients, and a dreamy night sky. It’s pure 1930s romance: Art Deco poise with calendar-girl charm.

Why it captivates

• Deco elegance — streamlined pose and celestial curve in perfect balance.

• Dreamy palette — velvet blues, pearly highlights, and gentle skin tones.

• Nostalgic glow — authentic chromolitho softness with crisp, graphic silhouette.

• Feel-good icon — hope, whimsy, and a touch of Hollywood.

• Versatile statement — striking in bedrooms, studios, and living spaces.

What you’ll see

A poised female figure reaching toward a crescent moon, hair and drapery flowing, set against a twilight sky with soft stars. The background stays uncluttered so gesture, curve, and light do the storytelling—glamorous, airy, and uplifting.

A richer historical frame

Published in 1933, this work reflects the era’s fascination with Art Deco styling and aspirational imagery. Eggleston—renowned for polished calendar art—combined chromolithography’s velvety colour with crisp graphic design, creating posters that still radiate cinematic allure.

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—great for high-traffic spaces.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich colour and smooth gradients.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

Size (W × H)

664 × 841 mm (approx. 26.14 × 33.11 in)

• Orientation: Portrait

• Aspect ratio: ~0.79 : 1 (≈ 4 : 5)

• Nearest standard frame: A1 (594 × 841 mm) — portrait

• Framing tips:

  • Use an A1 frame with a custom mat window cut to ~660 × 837 mm (2–3 mm overlap).

  • Contemporary: float-mount in A1 to reveal the sheet edge and create a clean shadow gap.

Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).

Specifications

Who it’s for

• Art Deco & vintage-poster fans

• Designers & stylists after luminous, optimistic imagery

• Collectors of classic American illustration

• Gift-givers marking milestones and moonshot moments

Our Commitment

Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and clarity of your piece.

Aim high—order your Reaching for the Moon print today.