Sorrow (I)
- Artist
- Mikalojus Konstantinas Ciurlionis
- Date
- 1907
- Style
- Symbolism
- Genre
- Landscape
"Sorrow (I)" is a haunting painting that exemplifies Symbolism with its evocative imagery and emotional depth. The artwork features a subdued color palette rendered in delicate Pastel tones, creating a sense of melancholy. The scene is set within a stylized landscape, yet its surreal qualities hint at a dreamlike, introspective world. Notably, the figure appears to be crafted from cardboard, emphasizing fragility and transient existence. Overall, the piece masterfully blends symbolic elements to explore themes of grief and emotional vulnerability.
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