Guardian of the Basilica
Guardian of the Basilica
Classic Collection
Ideal for most living spaces, home offices, hallways, and bedrooms.
Available Print Dimensions:
– Small: 59 x 42 cm
– Medium: 70 x 50 cm
– Large: 84 x 59 cm
– Gallery: 119 x 84 cm
Frames add approximately 2cm on each side.
Signature Collection
Designed for statement walls, open-plan interiors, and collectors seeking bold scale and visual impact.
Available Print Dimensions:
– Curator: 140 x 100 cm
– Masterpiece: 160 x 110 cm
Constructed from solid timber with a bold 3cm wide x 4.5cm deep profile
As with all handcrafted pieces, a small tolerance in size (up to 5mm) is to be expected.
Printing
Printing
Classic Collection
(Small, Medium, Large & Gallery)
– Printed on 240gsm premium matte paper.
– Uses archival pigment inks for vibrant colours, deep blacks, and long-lasting fade resistance.
Signature Collection
(Curator & Masterpiece)
– Printed on 310gsm Ilford Smooth Cotton Rag — 100% cotton, acid-free, and museum-grade.
– Produces exceptional tonal range and colour depth with archival pigment inks.
– Each print is mounted to 5mm acid-free foamcore to ensure long-term flatness and structural integrity.
WHITE BORDER:
Our prints include a white border within the overall print size, creating a clean, minimalist space that enhances the artwork. This refined border draws attention to the details and provides a gallery-quality presentation, helping the art stand out while maintaining a balanced, professional finish.
Please note:
The white border is part of the total print dimensions — it does not add any extra width to the listed print size.
Framing
Framing
Classic Collection
(Small, Medium, Large & Gallery)
– Handcrafted in Melbourne by our experienced master framers.
– Made from plantation-grown, sustainable timber, available in:
– Matte Black
– Matte White
– Australian Victorian Ash (Oak)
– Glazed with optical-grade acrylic — crystal-clear, lightweight, and shatter-safe.
– Professionally finished with metal hangers and wire, ready to hang.
Signature Collection
(Curator & Masterpiece)
– Handcrafted in Sydney by our experienced master framers.
– Constructed from solid timber with a bold 3cm wide x 4.5cm deep profile, available in:
– Matte Black
– Matte White
– Raw Australian Oak
– Fitted with a 20mm timber spacer (shadow box) that elevates the artwork with depth and dimension — a hallmark of museum-quality framing.
– Glazed with 3mm Shinkolite acrylic, offering over 90% UV protection while remaining lightweight and safe.
– Back is fully sealed with professional framer’s tape for dust and moisture protection.
– Includes D-rings for secure hanging.
Note:
Due to handcrafting, please allow up to 5mm variance.
Shipping
Shipping
Free Shipping Australia-wide
Our Classic Collection framed prints ship directly from our workshop in Melbourne.
Our Signature Collection framed prints ship directly from our workshop in Sydney.
Please allow up to 2 weeks for your order to be produced. Then allow additional time for shipping to you depending on your location.
Shipping times to most major Australia metropolitan cities is less than 1 week. Allow up to 1-2 weeks more for regional and remote locations. Please allow more time during peak seasonal periods eg Christmas.
Our packaging methods have been refined over many years making it rare for any breakages or damage to occur. We take great care and pride in packing our frames to ensure they arrive safely, and well presented.
Our environmentally friendly, heavy-duty cardboard boxes are made in a variety of different size options to suit different frames, with premium 8mm thick twin wall corrugate and are specially designed to withstand rigorous handling during shipping. All packaging materials used are 100% environmentally friendly and recyclable and our air pillow plastic insert is used at a minimal level.
Returns and Exchanges
We want you to be stoked with your purchase, so if you’re not, let us know. We ask that you please contact us within 3 days of delivery if you have any problems with your order.
If the product is damaged in the mail, please send us photo verification of the damaged goods to support@peteryanstudio.com. We will issue a replacement once the damage has been verified.
Please note that each print is custom-made to order, we do not accept returns or offer a refund for change of mind.
Additionally, please double-check that your address has been entered correctly. We are not able to reship or refund any lost items due to incorrect shipping details.
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Guardian of the Basilica
Captured in Vatican City during blue hour, this photograph frames the illuminated dome of St Peter's Basilica behind the softly silhouetted figure of one of the Vatican's statues. The deliberate use of foreground and background creates a sense of depth and quiet reverence, drawing the eye towards one of Christianity's most iconic landmarks.
As the lights of the Vatican begin to glow against the fading evening sky, the timeless architecture takes on a peaceful atmosphere that has welcomed pilgrims and visitors for centuries. Rich in symbolism and elegant composition, this artwork brings the beauty, history, and serenity of Vatican City into any home, office, or interior space.
