Scherzo (Sonata of the Summer) 1907

"Scherzo (Sonata of the Summer)" (1907) by Mikalojus Konstantinas Ciurlionis (1875-1911) is a symbolic painting that evokes a sense of summer's carefree joy. The artwork, characterized by its vibrant yellow and green hues, depicts a dreamy landscape with stylized trees, birds, and an abstract, rhythmic pattern in the foreground. Ciurlionis's use of symbolism and his exploration of the relationship between music and visual art, known as Synesthesia, are prominent in this work. "Scherzo (Sonata of the Summer)" is a testament to Ciurlionis's unique artistic vision, capturing the essence of nature and its musical harmony.