Prelude 1908

"Prelude" (1908) by Mikalojus Konstantinas Ciurlionis (1875-1911) is a symbolic painting that exemplifies the artist's unique style, often characterized by a blend of musicality, spirituality, and natural imagery. The work depicts a celestial scene with a large, dark sun setting over a calm body of water. In the foreground, a complex network of forms and patterns suggests both terrestrial and cosmic forces. The painting embodies the themes of transition, mystery, and the interconnectedness of the natural world with the divine.