Landscape 

Ferdinand Hodler captures a landscape with mountains, clouds, and sky, rendered in a style that seeks to reveal the underlying structure of nature. The mountains, with their strong, simplified forms, evoke a sense of timelessness. Consider the mountain motif, which appears across cultures. In ancient Greece, Mount Olympus was the home of the gods, representing divine power and authority. In Eastern traditions, mountains are sacred places for spiritual retreats and enlightenment. Hodler's mountains, with their monumental presence, tap into this deep-seated human fascination with height and transcendence. The clouds, rendered in swirling patterns, add a layer of dynamism. Much like the human psyche, these can be serene or turbulent, reflecting our inner emotional states. Hodler's landscape is not just a visual representation but a mirror reflecting the viewer's own subconscious landscape. The landscape is a cyclical, primal symbol that transcends time, echoing through ancient mythologies and resurfacing in modern art.