The angel 1905

"The Angel" (1905) by Mikalojus Konstantinas Ciurlionis is a symbolic artwork depicting an ethereal figure with large, outstretched wings against a soft, luminous background. The angel's form is rendered in long, sweeping strokes of charcoal and pastel, suggesting movement and a sense of otherworldly presence. Ciurlionis, a Lithuanian composer and painter, infused his work with mystical symbolism, often drawing inspiration from nature and Lithuanian folklore. This piece exemplifies his exploration of the spiritual and the sublime, characteristics that distinguished him as a pioneer of Symbolism in the early 20th century.