Vattenfallet 1921

"Vattenfallet" (1921) by Swedish artist Nils Dardel (1888-1943) is a vibrant depiction of figures interacting with a cascading waterfall, a motif present in many of Dardel's works. The painting, with its bold colors and expressive brushstrokes, exemplifies the artist's signature style, which drew inspiration from both Expressionism and Symbolism. The scene's ambiguity and the figures' whimsical actions invite viewers to interpret the painting's symbolism and its relation to the human condition.