Castle by the sea & murder in the castle garden 1859

Arnold Böcklin's 1859 painting, "Castle by the Sea & Murder in the Castle Garden," depicts a somber scene of a castle nestled amidst lush greenery overlooking a turbulent sea. The painting's title, combined with the ominous figures in the foreground, hints at a narrative of tragedy. The artist's signature use of symbolism and a haunting atmosphere is evident in the depiction of the castle, the stormy sea, and the lone figures on the shore. Böcklin, known for his allegorical works that explored themes of death and the unknown, created a painting that has become a hallmark of Symbolism in art.