Funeral Symphony (IV)
- Artist
- Mikalojus Konstantinas Ciurlionis
- Date
- 1903
- Style
- Symbolism
- Genre
- Symbolic painting
"Funeral Symphony (IV)" is a haunting symbolic painting that employs a subdued color palette of pastel tones to evoke a somber mood. The artist masterfully integrates elements of Surrealism and Symbolism to explore themes of mortality and mourning. The work is rendered on paper, which adds to its delicate yet profound aesthetic. Through its layered symbolism and dream-like atmosphere, the painting invites viewers to ponder the emotional depths surrounding loss and remembrance.
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