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A cream plaster classical bust sits between lit candles framed by ivy in low warm candlelight.

About this illustration

This vertical dark academia oil painting features a sculpted plaster bust draped in cloth, flanked by burning wax candles and framed by trailing ivy against a dark background. It creates a moody, intimate aesthetic perfect for desktop or mobile wallpapers, study decor, and gothic literary design projects.

Prompt: “vertical dark academia oil painting of a cream plaster bust among ivy leaves in low candlelight” — AI-generated and reviewed for quality before listing.

Editor's note (9.0/10): The image perfectly matches the brief, has cohesive composition, natural candle lighting, no visible artifacts, and works as a polished, usable wallpaper.

Also searched as: dark academia wallpaper · classical bust painting · ivy frame art · plaster bust illustration

Direct file: 1152×2048 JPG

Using this illustration — common questions

Can I use this classical bust candlelight still life illustration for free, commercially?
Yes. This illustration is licensed CC BY 4.0, so you can use it in commercial and personal projects — websites, ads, social media, videos and client work — at no cost. The one condition is the credit: “Classical Bust Candlelight Still Life” by BudgetPixel AI (https://budgetpixel.com/images/classical-bust-candlelight-still-life-9f15fe43) — CC BY 4.0
What size is this illustration?
The original is 1152×2048 pixels (JPG); it also downloads at 1280 px and 640 px on the long side. Its portrait shape suits phone wallpapers, Pinterest pins, Instagram and TikTok posts and magazine-style layouts.
Is this illustration AI-generated?
Yes. It was generated by AI from the prompt “vertical dark academia oil painting of a cream plaster bust among ivy leaves in low candlelight” and passed an AI review for quality and safety before listing. The downloaded file carries the IPTC “AI-generated” marker and its licence details.
Where can I find more wallpapers images like this?
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