Andante (Sonata of the Sea) 1908

"Andante (Sonata of the Sea)" is a 1908 painting by Lithuanian symbolist artist Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis. The painting evokes a sense of tranquility and mystery through its muted colors, soft brushstrokes, and dreamlike imagery. A single sailing ship is positioned centrally, and surrounded by shadowy figures and shapes, suggesting the ethereal, mystical quality of the sea and the power of nature. This work, created at the end of Čiurlionis's short but prolific career, is a powerful testament to his unique artistic vision.