The Lotus Soul 1898

frantisekkupka

allegories

abstract expressionism

abstract painting

symbol

flower

impressionist landscape

possibly oil pastel

handmade artwork painting

fluid art

acrylic on canvas

plant

paint stroke

painting painterly

watercolor

"The Lotus Soul" is a painting by Czech artist Frantisek Kupka created in 1898. The artwork depicts a mystical scene with a translucent figure emerging from a lotus flower. The figure is bathed in a soft, ethereal light, suggesting spiritual enlightenment and transcendence. The background features a serene landscape with a pond filled with lotus pads, evoking a sense of tranquility and harmony. This painting is a beautiful example of Kupka’s early work, blending elements of Symbolism and Art Nouveau to create a captivating and dreamlike atmosphere.