{"title":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Ciurlionis","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"morning-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"Morning - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dreamlike Symbolist work by Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, depicting a mysterious figure merging with a stringed instrument at sunrise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, a Lithuanian composer and painter, created this work during a period of intense creative output. His approach to visual art often mirrored his musical sensibilities, focusing on rhythm, harmony, and the synthesis of different sensory experiences. In this piece, the artist employs a soft, ethereal application of pastel to capture the transition of light at dawn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features a central, elongated figure that merges with the form of a stringed instrument. This hybrid entity occupies a space between the terrestrial and the celestial. To the left, a radiant sun emerges, casting beams of light that cut through the darkness of the background. The texture of the pastel allows for a gentle diffusion of colour, creating a dreamlike atmosphere that is characteristic of the Symbolist movement. The figure, with its hollowed, mask-like face and delicate posture, suggests a meditative state or a ritualistic connection to the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eČiurlionis often explored themes of cosmic unity and the spiritual dimensions of nature. By blending human form with musical apparatus, he suggests that the act of creation is an extension of the natural cycle of the day. The palette is carefully balanced, moving from the warm, golden hues of the rising sun to the cooler, muted tones of the grassy foreground and the shadowy recesses of the background. The work avoids rigid realism, opting instead for a suggestive, poetic visual language that invites the viewer to contemplate the quietude of the early morning hours. This print captures the delicate layering of the original pastel, preserving the soft transitions and the atmospheric quality of the artist's mark-making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/euterpe-arnold-bocklin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEuterpe - Arnold Böcklin — Arnold Böcklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/suitors-walter-crane\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSuitors - Walter Crane — Walter Crane\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429152559439,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429152624975,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429152723279,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429152756047,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429152821583,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Morning_Poster_CompositorV1_1786176275770.jpg?v=1786232367"},{"product_id":"deluge-i-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"Deluge (I) - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dreamlike Symbolist work by Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, featuring a golden staircase ascending into a hazy, ethereal gateway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis was a Lithuanian composer and painter whose visual work occupies a unique space within European Symbolism. His cycle titled The Deluge, created between 1904 and 1905, demonstrates his interest in cosmic themes and mythological narratives. This specific work, Deluge (I), presents a formal, almost architectural vision of a rising tide or a monumental transition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is dominated by a central, golden staircase that ascends towards a singular, arched gateway. The structure appears to emerge from a soft, hazy atmosphere, where the boundaries between the earth and the sky are blurred by muted tones of violet and pale yellow. The vertical lines of the stairs and the surrounding structures suggest a sense of order, yet the ethereal quality of the light and the lack of human figures imbue the scene with a dreamlike, otherworldly character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eČiurlionis often approached his paintings with the sensibilities of a musician, treating visual elements as motifs that repeat and develop across a series. In this piece, the repetition of vertical strokes creates a rhythmic quality, guiding the eye upward toward the light. The work avoids literal representation, opting instead for a synthesis of form and colour that evokes a sense of anticipation. The palette is restrained, relying on the contrast between the warm, luminous gold of the central structure and the cool, atmospheric lavender of the background. This approach allows the viewer to focus on the structural geometry and the quiet, meditative mood of the scene. The work is a characteristic example of the artist's ability to translate abstract concepts into visual form, maintaining a balance between architectural precision and atmospheric ambiguity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/luchon-travel-poster-fine-art-print\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLuchon (Travel Poster) - Fine Art Print — Alphonse Mucha\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429202760015,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429202825551,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429202923855,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429202956623,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429203022159,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Deluge-I-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786176728661.jpg?v=1786232933"},{"product_id":"lithuanian-graveyard-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"Lithuanian Graveyard - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA contemplative Symbolist painting by Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, featuring traditional Lithuanian grave markers silhouetted against a twilight sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, a Lithuanian composer and painter, created this work during the final years of his life. The composition depicts a traditional Lithuanian cemetery, characterised by the presence of wooden grave markers known as stogastulpiai. These structures, which resemble small shrines or roofed pillars, are silhouetted against a twilight sky. The artist employs a muted palette of greens, browns, and soft ochres to evoke a sense of stillness and quiet contemplation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eČiurlionis often integrated his musical background into his visual art, treating the canvas as a space for rhythmic arrangement. In this piece, the verticality of the grave markers creates a visual cadence, punctuated by the horizontal bands of the earth and the horizon line. The sky is rendered with subtle horizontal striations, suggesting a transition between day and night, while small, luminous points indicate the emergence of stars. The foreground features a textured, grid-like pattern that grounds the composition, contrasting with the ethereal quality of the upper register.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work reflects the artist's interest in national identity and folklore, themes that occupied much of his creative output. By focusing on the specific architectural forms of Lithuanian funerary art, Čiurlionis connects the physical landscape to the spiritual and cultural history of his homeland. The painting avoids overt narrative, instead relying on the arrangement of forms and the atmospheric quality of the light to communicate its mood. The result is a work that feels both grounded in a specific cultural tradition and detached from the constraints of realism, aligning with the broader European Symbolist movement of the early twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/euterpe-arnold-bocklin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEuterpe - Arnold Böcklin — Arnold Böcklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/suitors-walter-crane\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSuitors - Walter Crane — Walter Crane\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429191029071,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429211443535,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429211476303,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429211509071,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429211541839,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429211574607,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429211607375,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429211640143,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429211672911,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429211705679,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429211738447,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Lithuanian-Graveyard_Poster_CompositorV1_1786177116374.jpg?v=1786233071"},{"product_id":"leo-zodiac-cycle-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"Leo (Zodiac Cycle) - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dreamlike Symbolist work from the Zodiac cycle by Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, featuring the Leo constellation above a rhythmic, stylised landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, a Lithuanian composer and painter, created this work as part of his Zodiac cycle. The series reflects his interest in the intersection of music, mythology, and astronomy. In this composition, the artist depicts the constellation Leo suspended in a muted, atmospheric sky. The celestial arrangement is rendered with delicate, light-coloured marks that contrast against the darker, textured background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow the stars, the scene features a series of slender, stylised trees standing in a row. These vertical elements provide a rhythmic structure to the lower half of the image, echoing the artist's musical background. The large, dark, mountain-like forms in the background suggest a dreamlike or otherworldly terrain. The colour palette remains restrained, relying on soft greens, greys, and earthy tones to maintain a sense of quiet mystery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eČiurlionis often approached his visual art with the same structural logic he applied to his symphonic poems. The composition avoids traditional perspective, favouring a flat, decorative arrangement that emphasises the symbolic nature of the subject. The work is characteristic of his mature period, where he moved away from literal representation toward a more abstract, spiritual visual language. His ability to evoke a specific mood through subtle gradations of tone and simplified forms remains a defining feature of his output. This print captures the ethereal quality of the original tempera, preserving the soft, layered application of pigment that defines his unique aesthetic. It is a piece that invites contemplation, offering a glimpse into the artist's fascination with the cosmos and the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/luchon-travel-poster-fine-art-print\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLuchon (Travel Poster) - Fine Art Print — Alphonse Mucha\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429207937359,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429208002895,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429208101199,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429208133967,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429208199503,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Leo-Zodiac-Cycle-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786176968953.jpg?v=1786233152"},{"product_id":"adoration-of-the-sun-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"Adoration of the Sun - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA meditative Symbolist work by Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, featuring a rhythmic sea and a golden, sun-drenched sky filled with mysterious silhouettes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, a Lithuanian composer and painter, created Adoration of the Sun in 1907. This work belongs to his mature period, where he synthesised musical structures with visual art. The composition is divided into two distinct zones: a dark, rhythmic sea in the foreground and a luminous, expansive sky above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lower portion of the painting features dark, undulating waves that suggest a sense of movement and depth. These forms are rendered with a deliberate, repetitive quality that echoes the patterns found in musical notation. Above this, the horizon line is dominated by a procession of silhouettes, including an elephant and other indistinct figures, moving towards the light. These shapes are set against a pale, golden sky that radiates from the right, where the sun is partially visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eČiurlionis often explored themes of cosmic unity and the relationship between humanity and the natural world. His approach to colour is restrained, relying on a palette of deep greens, browns, and soft yellows to create a meditative atmosphere. The work avoids realistic representation in favour of a dreamlike, symbolic narrative. The figures appear as shadows, suggesting a mythic or primordial scene rather than a specific historical event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece reflects the artist's interest in theosophy and his desire to express abstract concepts through visual media. By stripping away unnecessary detail, Čiurlionis focuses on the emotional resonance of the scene. The interaction between the dark, heavy sea and the ethereal, light-filled sky creates a tension that is characteristic of his broader body of work. It remains a significant example of early twentieth-century Symbolism, demonstrating a unique fusion of artistic disciplines that was ahead of its time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/euterpe-arnold-bocklin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEuterpe - Arnold Böcklin — Arnold Böcklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/suitors-walter-crane\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSuitors - Walter Crane — Walter Crane\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429214425423,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429214490959,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429214589263,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429214622031,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429214687567,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Adoration-of-the-Sun_Poster_CompositorV1_1786177327963.jpg?v=1786233436"},{"product_id":"deluge-iv-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"Deluge (IV) - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA haunting Symbolist work by Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, depicting clasped hands amidst a torrential downpour from his Deluge cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis was a Lithuanian composer and painter whose work occupies a unique position within European Symbolism. The Deluge cycle, created between 1904 and 1905, demonstrates his interest in cosmic themes and the synthesis of visual art with musical structure. In this specific composition, the artist presents a pair of hands clasped in a gesture of prayer or supplication, emerging from a structured, box-like form. The surrounding atmosphere is dominated by heavy, diagonal strokes that suggest a torrential downpour, blurring the boundaries between the physical form and the environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eČiurlionis often approached his canvases with the mindset of a musician, treating visual elements as motifs that repeat and develop across a series. The Deluge cycle explores the destructive and transformative power of water, a recurring subject in his oeuvre. The muted palette and the deliberate, rhythmic application of paint create a sense of stillness despite the chaotic weather depicted. The hands, rendered with a degree of anatomical focus, act as the anchor for the viewer, providing a human element to an otherwise abstract and elemental scene. By stripping away unnecessary detail, the artist directs attention to the emotional weight of the gesture. This work reflects the broader Symbolist tendency to prioritise internal states and metaphysical concepts over the literal representation of the material world. The composition is balanced, with the verticality of the arms contrasting against the horizontal base, creating a stable geometry that holds the atmospheric energy of the rain in check. This print captures the delicate tempera textures of the original, preserving the subtle tonal shifts that define the artist's atmospheric approach to the canvas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/euterpe-arnold-bocklin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEuterpe - Arnold Böcklin — Arnold Böcklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/suitors-walter-crane\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eSuitors - Walter Crane — Walter Crane\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429242769743,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429242835279,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429242933583,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429242966351,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429243031887,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Deluge-IV-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786177879546.jpg?v=1786234081"},{"product_id":"sorrow-ii-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"Sorrow (II) - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA haunting Symbolist work by Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, featuring a stark geometric form looming over architectural ruins in a muted, atmospheric setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, a Lithuanian composer and painter, created this work during a period of intense creative output. The composition features a stark, dark, triangular form that dominates the upper left quadrant, cutting across the frame like a jagged shadow or an abstract monolith. Below this imposing shape, the skeletal remains of architectural ruins emerge from a hazy, muted background. The colour palette remains restrained, relying on soft greys, muted browns, and deep blacks to establish a sense of stillness and isolation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eČiurlionis often integrated musical concepts into his visual art, frequently titling his works after musical forms. While this piece is titled Sorrow (II), it avoids literal representation, opting instead for an atmospheric approach that prioritises mood over narrative detail. The contrast between the sharp, geometric wedge and the crumbling, organic textures of the ruins creates a visual tension. The sky, rendered in washes of grey, provides little relief, reinforcing the sombre character of the scene. This work reflects the broader Symbolist interest in the internal state of the artist, using landscape elements to externalise abstract emotions. The lack of human figures encourages the viewer to engage directly with the architectural and geometric forms, which function as metaphors for decay and permanence. The application of tempera allows for a matte finish, which softens the edges of the ruins and integrates them into the surrounding mist. This piece is representative of the artist's ability to bridge the gap between visual art and musical composition, treating the canvas as a space for rhythmic arrangement and tonal variation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/luchon-travel-poster-fine-art-print\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLuchon (Travel Poster) - Fine Art Print — Alphonse Mucha\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429256171855,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429256237391,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429256335695,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429256368463,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429256433999,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Sorrow-II-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786178438593.jpg?v=1786234455"},{"product_id":"journey-of-the-prince-ii-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"Journey of the Prince (II) - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dreamlike Symbolist work by Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, featuring an ethereal creature hovering above a solitary boat in a muted, atmospheric landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, a Lithuanian composer and painter, created this work as part of his cycle titled Journey of the Prince. The composition reflects his interest in the synthesis of music and visual art, often described through his own terminology as sonata-like structures. In this piece, the imagery moves away from literal representation, favouring a dreamlike, ethereal quality that characterises his mature period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe visual field is dominated by a large, pale, bird-like or dragon-like form that emerges from the clouds. The creature occupies the upper portion of the canvas, its body composed of soft, undulating lines that suggest movement through the air. Below this central figure, a small, solitary boat floats upon a calm, indistinct surface, providing a sense of scale and narrative distance. The colour palette is restricted to muted blues, greys, and pale creams, which creates a quiet, meditative atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eČiurlionis applied his paint in thin, delicate layers, allowing the texture of the canvas to remain visible. This technique contributes to the hazy, atmospheric effect of the scene. The work avoids sharp contrasts, opting instead for subtle transitions between light and shadow. The composition is balanced, with the weight of the celestial figure countered by the small, precise mark of the boat at the bottom. This piece demonstrates the artist's ability to translate abstract concepts into visual form, drawing upon folklore, mythology, and his own internal visions. It remains a representative example of his contribution to early twentieth-century Symbolism, where the focus lies on the emotional and spiritual resonance of the image rather than the depiction of physical reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/euterpe-arnold-bocklin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEuterpe - Arnold Böcklin — Arnold Böcklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/voetpad-met-wilg-en-dorpje-aan-de-horizon-richard-nicolaus-roland-holst\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVoetpad met wilg en dorpje aan de horizon - Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst — Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429259415887,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429262430543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429262463311,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429262496079,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429262528847,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429262561615,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429262594383,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429262627151,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429262659919,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429262692687,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429262725455,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Journey-of-the-Prince-II-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786178802339.jpg?v=1786234687"},{"product_id":"ship-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"Ship - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA haunting Symbolist study of a ship emerging from a misty expanse, rendered in muted tones by the Lithuanian artist Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, a Lithuanian composer and painter, occupies a unique position within the Symbolist movement. His work often bridges the gap between visual art and musical structure, reflecting his dual career. In this piece, the artist presents a vessel emerging from a dense, atmospheric haze. The composition relies on a restricted palette, where shades of grey, muted blue, and ochre create a sense of isolation and quietude.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ship itself is rendered with simplified, almost geometric forms, suggesting a dreamlike state rather than a literal depiction of maritime travel. The water below is captured in rhythmic, undulating strokes that echo the fluidity of musical notation. Čiurlionis often sought to evoke emotional states through these ethereal environments, moving away from strict realism toward a more subjective, internalised experience of the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work demonstrates the artist's interest in the interplay of light and shadow, where the boundaries between the sky and the sea become blurred. The lack of sharp detail encourages the viewer to focus on the mood of the scene. By stripping away unnecessary elements, Čiurlionis creates a space for contemplation. The print captures the delicate texture of the original tempera application, preserving the soft transitions and the muted tonal quality that define his approach to the canvas. It is a quiet study of form and atmosphere, characteristic of his later period when his focus shifted toward more abstract, cosmic themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/luchon-travel-poster-fine-art-print\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLuchon (Travel Poster) - Fine Art Print — Alphonse Mucha\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429264888143,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429269246287,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429269279055,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429269311823,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429269344591,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429269377359,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429269410127,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429269442895,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429269475663,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429269508431,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429269541199,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Ship_Poster_CompositorV1_1786179065150.jpg?v=1786234958"},{"product_id":"the-city-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"The City - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dreamlike, atmospheric depiction of an ethereal city, rendered in soft tempera tones by the Lithuanian Symbolist Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis was a Lithuanian composer and painter whose work occupies a unique position in early twentieth-century European art. His visual output is characterised by a synthesis of musical structure and symbolic imagery. In this work, titled The City, the artist presents an ethereal urban vision that defies conventional perspective. The composition is dominated by a sweeping, curved architectural element in the foreground, which acts as a bridge or a viewing platform. Beyond this structure, a dense cluster of towers, domes, and spires emerges from a hazy, atmospheric background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe treatment of the city is dreamlike, with buildings rendered in soft, muted tones that suggest a place existing outside of time or geography. Čiurlionis employs a delicate application of tempera, allowing the paper support to contribute to the overall luminosity of the scene. The verticality of the architectural forms contrasts with the horizontal sweep of the foreground, creating a sense of quiet tension. Unlike the realistic urban depictions common to his contemporaries, this work prioritises the emotional and spiritual resonance of the environment. The lack of human figures reinforces the sense of isolation and mystery, inviting the viewer to contemplate the structure as a manifestation of a subconscious state rather than a physical location. This piece reflects the artist's interest in theosophy and the interconnectedness of the arts, where visual forms are treated as visual equivalents to musical motifs. The muted palette, dominated by greys, ochres, and pale whites, enhances the otherworldly quality of the scene, ensuring that the focus remains on the structural rhythm of the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/euterpe-arnold-bocklin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEuterpe - Arnold Böcklin — Arnold Böcklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/voetpad-met-wilg-en-dorpje-aan-de-horizon-richard-nicolaus-roland-holst\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVoetpad met wilg en dorpje aan de horizon - Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst — Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429278716239,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429278781775,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429278880079,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429278912847,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429278978383,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-City_Poster_CompositorV1_1786179369057.jpg?v=1786235056"},{"product_id":"thoughts-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"Thoughts - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA meditative Symbolist work by Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, featuring ethereal vessels drifting through a dreamlike sky above a calm sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, a Lithuanian composer and painter, occupies a unique position in early twentieth-century European art. His work often bridges the gap between visual representation and musical structure. In 'Thoughts' (1907), the artist employs a delicate pastel technique to explore themes of transcendence and the ethereal nature of human consciousness. The composition is divided into two distinct realms: the terrestrial and the celestial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the base of the image, a dark, calm sea stretches toward a distant horizon, grounding the viewer in a physical reality. Above this, the sky transforms into a space of dreamlike contemplation. Two large, luminous forms, resembling boats or vessels, drift through the atmosphere. These shapes are rendered with soft, chalky strokes, suggesting a weightless existence. The pale, ghost-like figures within these vessels appear to be in a state of quiet reflection, mirroring the title of the work. The colour palette is dominated by muted blues, greys, and soft ochres, which contribute to the meditative atmosphere of the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eČiurlionis was deeply influenced by the Symbolist movement, which prioritised the expression of internal states over the objective depiction of the external world. His approach to painting was frequently described as 'painting music', as he often organised his visual compositions according to the principles of sonata form. In 'Thoughts', the repetition of the floating vessels and the rhythmic application of pastel create a sense of visual harmony. The work avoids literal narrative, instead inviting the viewer to engage with the ambiguity of the imagery. By stripping away unnecessary detail, Čiurlionis focuses on the emotional resonance of the scene, capturing a fleeting moment of introspection that feels both personal and universal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/luchon-travel-poster-fine-art-print\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLuchon (Travel Poster) - Fine Art Print — Alphonse Mucha\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429289759055,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429289824591,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429289922895,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429289955663,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429290021199,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Thoughts_Poster_CompositorV1_1786179643390.jpg?v=1786235366"},{"product_id":"capricon-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"Capricon - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dreamlike Symbolist work by Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, depicting a solitary figure reaching toward the stars above a calm, reflective sea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis was a Lithuanian composer and painter whose visual work occupies a unique space within European Symbolism. His approach to painting often mirrored his musical background, employing rhythmic structures and thematic repetition to create visual compositions that function like symphonic movements. Capricon, created in 1909, is a characteristic example of his mature style, where the boundaries between the physical world and the metaphysical realm dissolve into atmospheric abstraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features a solitary figure standing upon a small, isolated landmass, surrounded by a vast, calm expanse of water. The figure, draped in a pale blue garment, reaches upward toward a celestial arrangement of stars. The reflection of the figure and the island in the water creates a vertical symmetry, grounding the ethereal subject matter in a quiet, meditative stillness. The colour palette is dominated by cool, muted tones of grey, blue, and slate, which contribute to the sense of isolation and cosmic scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eČiurlionis often drew inspiration from mythology, folklore, and his own internal visions. In this work, the figure appears as a bridge between the terrestrial and the celestial, a common theme in his oeuvre. The application of tempera allows for a soft, matte finish that enhances the dreamlike quality of the scene. Rather than focusing on realistic detail, the artist prioritises the emotional resonance of the space, using simplified forms and a restricted palette to evoke a sense of mystery. His work remains distinct for its ability to translate musical concepts into visual form, creating a synthesis of the arts that was highly experimental for its time. This print captures the delicate balance of light and shadow that defines his approach to the medium, offering a window into the artist's contemplative and imaginative world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/luchon-travel-poster-fine-art-print\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLuchon (Travel Poster) - Fine Art Print — Alphonse Mucha\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429289234767,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429293887823,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429293920591,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429293953359,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429293986127,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429294018895,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429294051663,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429294084431,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429294117199,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429294149967,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429294182735,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Capricon_Poster_CompositorV1_1786179848520.jpg?v=1786235592"},{"product_id":"sunset-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"Sunset - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA meditative, atmospheric study of light and shadow by Lithuanian Symbolist painter Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis was a Lithuanian composer and painter whose visual work often mirrors the structural qualities of music. In this piece, titled Sunset, the artist moves away from literal representation to focus on the atmospheric conditions of light and shadow. The composition is divided into horizontal bands, where a luminous, golden sky meets a darkened, ambiguous landmass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eČiurlionis employs a soft, diffused application of tempera to create a sense of ethereal space. The transition between the bright upper register and the muted, earthy tones of the foreground suggests a quiet, meditative state. Rather than documenting a specific geographic location, the work functions as a visual interpretation of a mood or a fleeting moment in time. The singular, dark mark suspended in the upper sky adds a point of tension, drawing the eye across the otherwise smooth gradients of colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis approach to painting reflects the broader Symbolist interest in the internal experience of the viewer. By stripping away unnecessary detail, Čiurlionis allows the interplay of light and form to communicate directly. The work demonstrates his ability to synthesise his musical background with his visual practice, treating the canvas as a space for harmonic resonance. The result is a quiet, contemplative image that avoids the clutter of traditional representational art, favouring instead a simplified, almost abstract arrangement of tone and hue. The print captures the delicate texture of the original tempera, preserving the subtle shifts in colour that define the artist's unique approach to the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/euterpe-arnold-bocklin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEuterpe - Arnold Böcklin — Arnold Böcklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/voetpad-met-wilg-en-dorpje-aan-de-horizon-richard-nicolaus-roland-holst\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVoetpad met wilg en dorpje aan de horizon - Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst — Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429297688911,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429297754447,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429297852751,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429297885519,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429297951055,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Sunset_Poster_CompositorV1_1786179999640.jpg?v=1786235814"},{"product_id":"fairy-tale-ii-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"Fairy Tale II - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA mysterious Symbolist work by Mikalojus Čiurlionis, depicting two regal figures observing a glowing, miniature city held within a radiant orb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, a Lithuanian composer and painter, created Fairy Tale II in 1907. This work belongs to his mature period, during which he synthesised musical structures with visual art. The composition features two regal figures, a king and a queen, standing within a dark, dense forest. They are focused on a glowing orb held between their hands, which illuminates the surrounding gloom with sharp, radiating lines of light. Inside this sphere, a miniature city appears, suggesting a vision of a distant or mythical realm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe forest background is rendered in deep, muted tones, creating a sense of enclosure and mystery. The trees are tall and vertical, echoing the silhouettes of the buildings within the orb. Čiurlionis employs a technique that prioritises mood and narrative ambiguity over strict realism. The light emanating from the centre acts as the primary source of drama, casting long shadows and highlighting the textures of the figures' garments. The crowns worn by the pair are simple, yet they establish their status within this otherworldly narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eČiurlionis often drew upon Lithuanian folklore and cosmic themes. His approach to painting was informed by his background as a musician, leading him to organise his visual compositions with rhythmic patterns and recurring motifs. This piece demonstrates his ability to translate abstract concepts into tangible imagery. The contrast between the dark, atmospheric woods and the brilliant, concentrated light of the orb creates a tension that draws the viewer into the scene. It is a quiet, contemplative work that invites interpretation rather than providing a singular, definitive meaning. The application of tempera allows for a matte finish, which enhances the ethereal quality of the light and the depth of the shadows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/euterpe-arnold-bocklin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEuterpe - Arnold Böcklin — Arnold Böcklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/voetpad-met-wilg-en-dorpje-aan-de-horizon-richard-nicolaus-roland-holst\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVoetpad met wilg en dorpje aan de horizon - Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst — Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429304570191,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429319938383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429319971151,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429320003919,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429320036687,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429320069455,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429320102223,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429320134991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429320167759,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429320200527,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429320233295,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Fairy-Tale-II_Poster_CompositorV1_1786180689131.jpg?v=1786236174"},{"product_id":"deluge-iii-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"Deluge (III) - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dreamlike Symbolist work by Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, featuring ethereal forms and a muted, atmospheric palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis was a Lithuanian composer and painter whose work occupies a unique space within European Symbolism. His creative output often sought to bridge the gap between visual art and musical structure, a concept he referred to as synaesthesia. The Deluge cycle, produced between 1904 and 1905, represents a period of intense experimentation with cosmic themes and mythological narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Deluge (III), the artist employs a soft, atmospheric application of pastel to convey a sense of impending transformation. The composition is dominated by a large, elongated form suspended in the upper register, which possesses a distinct, almost serpentine quality. Its violet and lavender hues contrast with the darker, more grounded elements below. To the right, architectural or geological structures rise with vertical precision, their linear texture providing a counterpoint to the nebulous, swirling atmosphere that occupies the left side of the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eČiurlionis avoids literal representation, preferring instead to evoke a psychological state. The work functions as a meditation on elemental forces, where the boundary between the physical world and the metaphysical realm becomes porous. The muted palette, dominated by shades of grey, brown, and soft purple, creates a somber mood. His technique relies on the layering of pigment to achieve a hazy, dreamlike effect, which was characteristic of his approach during this phase of his career. By focusing on the interplay of light and shadow, he directs the viewer toward an interpretation that is personal rather than prescriptive. This piece remains a primary example of his ability to translate abstract concepts into tangible visual form, reflecting his interest in theosophy and the universal patterns found in nature and human consciousness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/euterpe-arnold-bocklin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEuterpe - Arnold Böcklin — Arnold Böcklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/voetpad-met-wilg-en-dorpje-aan-de-horizon-richard-nicolaus-roland-holst\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVoetpad met wilg en dorpje aan de horizon - Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst — Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429362864463,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429362929999,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429363028303,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429363061071,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429363126607,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Deluge-III-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786181563139.jpg?v=1786237127"},{"product_id":"city-towers-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"City (Towers) - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dreamlike etching by Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, featuring towering spires reaching into a heavy, atmospheric sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, a Lithuanian composer and painter, occupies a unique position in early twentieth-century European art. His work often bridges the gap between visual representation and musical structure. In this etching, titled City (Towers), the artist presents a dreamlike architectural vision that avoids literal depiction in favour of atmospheric suggestion. The composition is dominated by vertical spires that reach toward a heavy, cloud-filled sky, creating a sense of scale that feels both monumental and fragile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe technique employed here relies on the textural possibilities of etching and aquatint. Dark, dense lines define the silhouettes of the towers, while the lighter, washed areas suggest the ethereal quality of the atmosphere. The contrast between the sharp, needle-like architecture and the soft, amorphous clouds reflects the artist's interest in the intersection of the physical world and the subconscious. Unlike the rigid urban scenes of his contemporaries, this city appears to emerge from the paper itself, as if it were a memory or a fleeting thought captured in ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eČiurlionis often explored themes of cosmic order and mythology. In this piece, the city functions as a symbol rather than a specific geographic location. The verticality of the spires draws the eye upward, reinforcing a sense of aspiration or spiritual longing. The muted colour palette, dominated by deep blues, browns, and pale ochre tones, maintains a sombre, contemplative mood. This work offers a glimpse into the artist's ability to synthesise disparate elements into a cohesive, evocative image. It remains a fine example of his graphic output, demonstrating his technical control over the etching process and his distinct approach to composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/euterpe-arnold-bocklin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEuterpe - Arnold Böcklin — Arnold Böcklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/voetpad-met-wilg-en-dorpje-aan-de-horizon-richard-nicolaus-roland-holst\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVoetpad met wilg en dorpje aan de horizon - Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst — Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429375217999,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429375283535,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429375381839,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429375414607,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429375480143,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/City-Towers-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786181915077.jpg?v=1786237161"},{"product_id":"rex-i-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"Rex I - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA symbolic work by Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, featuring a golden column and a sailing boat reflected in calm water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRex I is a work by the Lithuanian composer and painter Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis. Created in 1909, it forms part of a series of works that explore themes of cosmic order and mythic kingship. The composition is divided into distinct horizontal zones, creating a sense of layered reality that is characteristic of the artist's approach to visual art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the upper section, a golden, spiralling column stands against a dark background, suggesting a celestial or architectural anchor. Below this, a textured, ochre-toned band stretches across the frame, providing a grounding element. To the right, a small boat with a white sail glides across the water. The reflection of the golden column and the boat in the blue water below creates a symmetrical balance, linking the upper and lower realms of the image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eČiurlionis often applied his musical background to his paintings, treating visual elements like notes or chords in a larger composition. The use of colour here is deliberate, with the contrast between the warm, metallic gold and the cool, deep blues of the water establishing a rhythmic visual experience. The work avoids literal representation, opting instead for a dreamlike, symbolic language that invites the viewer to interpret the relationship between the kingly figure, represented by the column, and the journey of the boat. This piece reflects the artist's interest in theosophy and the synthesis of the arts, where painting and music occupy the same conceptual space. The simplicity of the forms and the clarity of the colour fields demonstrate a move toward abstraction, which was ahead of its time in the early twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/luchon-travel-poster-fine-art-print\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLuchon (Travel Poster) - Fine Art Print — Alphonse Mucha\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429367025999,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429367091535,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429367189839,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429367222607,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429367288143,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Rex-I_Poster_CompositorV1_1786181795387.jpg?v=1786237161"},{"product_id":"journey-of-the-prince-i-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"Journey of the Prince (I) - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dreamlike, ethereal work by Lithuanian Symbolist Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, featuring ghostly figures emerging from a misty, tonal background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, a Lithuanian composer and painter, occupies a unique position in early twentieth-century European art. His work often bridges the gap between visual art and musical composition, reflecting his synaesthetic approach to creativity. Journey of the Prince (I), created in 1907, belongs to a series of works that explore mythological and fairy-tale themes through a highly personal, dreamlike lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is defined by its ethereal quality and restricted palette. Two figures emerge from a hazy, atmospheric background, rendered in pale, ghostly tones. The taller figure stands upright, while the second figure appears to bow or lean forward, creating a sense of movement and narrative progression. The application of paint is thin, allowing the texture of the canvas to remain visible, which contributes to the overall sense of fragility and otherworldliness. Čiurlionis avoids sharp outlines, preferring instead to let forms dissolve into the surrounding mist. This technique draws the viewer into a space that feels removed from physical reality, aligning with the Symbolist interest in the subconscious and the metaphysical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many of his contemporaries who focused on bold colours or rigid structures, Čiurlionis utilised a muted, tonal approach to evoke mood and emotion. The blue-grey washes suggest a twilight or dawn setting, reinforcing the sense of a journey occurring in a liminal space. The work does not rely on traditional perspective or anatomical precision. Instead, it prioritises the emotional resonance of the scene. By stripping away unnecessary detail, the artist invites the viewer to project their own interpretations onto the figures. This print captures the delicate balance of light and shadow present in the original tempera, offering a quiet, contemplative addition to any collection of early modern art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/euterpe-arnold-bocklin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEuterpe - Arnold Böcklin — Arnold Böcklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/voetpad-met-wilg-en-dorpje-aan-de-horizon-richard-nicolaus-roland-holst\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVoetpad met wilg en dorpje aan de horizon - Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst — Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429377806671,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429385769295,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58429385802063,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429385834831,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429385867599,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429385900367,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429385933135,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429385965903,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58429385998671,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58429386031439,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58429386064207,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Journey-of-the-Prince-I-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786182248356.jpg?v=1786237788"},{"product_id":"composition-veiled-figure-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"Composition (Veiled Figure) - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA haunting Symbolist work by Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, featuring a veiled figure framed by delicate floral motifs and rhythmic linework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis displays the characteristic synthesis of music and visual art that defined his career. As a composer and painter, Čiurlionis often approached his graphic works with a rhythmic sensibility, organising visual elements in a manner akin to musical notation or structural phrasing. The central figure, shrouded in a veil, occupies a space that feels removed from the physical world, suggesting a dreamlike or mythological narrative typical of the Symbolist movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition relies on a stark contrast between the dense, dark background and the delicate, precise linework of the figure and the surrounding flora. The veil itself is rendered with a meticulous dot pattern, creating a texture that softens the facial features and adds a sense of mystery. Below the central frame, the ground is depicted with rhythmic, repetitive lines that suggest a textured terrain, perhaps a stylised landscape or a decorative base. The row of slender, upright flowers flanking the figure introduces a verticality that balances the horizontal framing of the image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eČiurlionis was deeply influenced by theosophy and the search for universal truths, which often manifested in his work as ethereal, otherworldly scenes. This piece avoids literal representation in favour of an evocative, atmospheric quality. The framing device, which separates the central subject from the surrounding decorative borders, creates a sense of looking through a window into a private, internal reality. The precision of the ink work demonstrates his technical control, allowing for fine details in the fabric and the floral stems to emerge from the deep black ink of the background. This print captures the quiet, contemplative nature of his graphic output, offering a glimpse into the imaginative world of a polymath who sought to bridge the gap between auditory and visual experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/euterpe-arnold-bocklin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEuterpe - Arnold Böcklin — Arnold Böcklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/voetpad-met-wilg-en-dorpje-aan-de-horizon-richard-nicolaus-roland-holst\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVoetpad met wilg en dorpje aan de horizon - Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst — Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58433927938383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58433928003919,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58433928102223,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58433928134991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58433928200527,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Composition-Veiled-Figure-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786182628419.jpg?v=1786238184"},{"product_id":"eternity-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"Eternity - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA haunting Symbolist work by Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, featuring a celestial figure rendered in ethereal shades of blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis remains a singular figure in early twentieth-century European art. A composer as well as a painter, he often approached his visual work with the structural logic of music. Eternity, created in 1907, displays the ethereal, dreamlike quality characteristic of his mature period. The composition is dominated by a monochromatic blue palette, which evokes the cold, infinite expanse of the cosmos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA central, crowned figure gazes forward with a detached, meditative expression. The crown itself is adorned with stars, suggesting a celestial or mythological status. From the eyes of this figure, two streams of light descend, merging into a singular, flowing form that occupies the lower portion of the frame. This visual device creates a sense of movement within an otherwise static, contemplative image. The application of tempera allows for a soft, matte finish that enhances the hazy, atmospheric quality of the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eČiurlionis often drew upon Lithuanian folklore, mythology, and cosmic themes to explore the boundaries between the physical and spiritual realms. In this work, the figure appears to exist outside of linear time, embodying the concept of eternity through its stillness and connection to the stars. The lack of sharp edges or rigid perspective contributes to the otherworldly atmosphere. The artist avoids literal representation, preferring to communicate through mood, colour, and symbolic form. This approach aligns him with the broader Symbolist movement, which prioritised the expression of internal states over the objective recording of reality. The work invites the viewer to consider themes of cosmic order, human consciousness, and the vastness of time, all rendered with a delicate, poetic sensibility that is unique to the artist's oeuvre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/euterpe-arnold-bocklin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEuterpe - Arnold Böcklin — Arnold Böcklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/voetpad-met-wilg-en-dorpje-aan-de-horizon-richard-nicolaus-roland-holst\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVoetpad met wilg en dorpje aan de horizon - Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst — Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58433951629647,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58433951695183,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58433951793487,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58433951826255,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58433951891791,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Eternity_Poster_CompositorV1_1786182849758.jpg?v=1786238292"},{"product_id":"rex-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"Rex - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA monumental Symbolist work by Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, depicting a cosmic, divine presence looming over a solitary human figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRex is a work by the Lithuanian composer and painter Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis. Created in 1909, this piece occupies a unique position within the Symbolist movement, reflecting the artist's preoccupation with cosmic themes and the synthesis of music and visual art. The composition is structured in a hierarchical manner, dominated by the colossal, disembodied feet of a deity or cosmic figure at the top of the frame. This perspective creates a sense of immense scale, dwarfing the tiny, solitary human figure standing at the base of the structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central space is defined by architectural elements, including columns that suggest a temple or a gateway to another realm. Between these pillars, golden symbols float against a dark, void-like background, suggesting esoteric or alchemical significance. The use of tempera allows for a specific texture, where the application of colour creates a dreamlike, atmospheric quality. The lower portion of the work features a band of blue, perhaps representing water or the horizon of the earth, providing a grounding element to the otherwise ethereal and metaphysical subject matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eČiurlionis often approached his paintings with the mindset of a musician, treating visual elements like notes or chords in a larger composition. Rex is frequently interpreted as a representation of the divine or the absolute, a recurring theme in his later works. The contrast between the monumental, divine presence and the minuscule human observer invites reflection on the relationship between the individual and the infinite. The work avoids literal narrative, instead relying on the evocative power of form and colour to communicate its themes. It remains a singular example of early twentieth-century European Symbolism, demonstrating a highly personal visual language that defies easy categorisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/euterpe-arnold-bocklin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEuterpe - Arnold Böcklin — Arnold Böcklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/voetpad-met-wilg-en-dorpje-aan-de-horizon-richard-nicolaus-roland-holst\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVoetpad met wilg en dorpje aan de horizon - Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst — Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58434053669199,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58434053734735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58434053833039,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58434053865807,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58434053931343,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Rex_Poster_CompositorV1_1786183088929.jpg?v=1786304977"},{"product_id":"sorrow-i-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"Sorrow (I) - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA haunting Symbolist work by Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, featuring sharp, dark silhouettes against a vast, ethereal horizon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, a Lithuanian composer and painter, created this work during a period of intense creative output. His approach to visual art often mirrored his musical background, employing rhythmic structures and tonal shifts to convey emotional states. Sorrow (I) is a clear example of his Symbolist practice, where the physical world serves as a vehicle for internal experience rather than a literal representation of nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is divided into two distinct zones. In the foreground, sharp, dark, triangular forms rise like blades or silhouettes of vegetation. These shapes create a sense of immediate, pointed tension. Beyond this, a calm, expansive body of water stretches towards a distant horizon. The horizon line is marked by a thin, glowing sliver of light, suggesting a setting sun or a faint dawn. The colour palette is restrained, relying on soft greys, muted purples, and cool blues to establish a quiet, melancholic atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eČiurlionis often explored themes of cosmic solitude and the human condition. In this piece, the contrast between the aggressive, dark foreground and the vast, ethereal distance suggests a separation between the observer and the infinite. The use of pastel allows for soft transitions in the sky and water, which contrasts with the hard, geometric edges of the foreground elements. This work demonstrates his ability to synthesise abstract concepts with recognisable forms, creating a visual language that remains distinct within the European Symbolist movement. The lack of specific detail in the background encourages the viewer to project their own interpretation onto the scene, maintaining the ambiguity that characterises much of his output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/euterpe-arnold-bocklin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEuterpe - Arnold Böcklin — Arnold Böcklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/voetpad-met-wilg-en-dorpje-aan-de-horizon-richard-nicolaus-roland-holst\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVoetpad met wilg en dorpje aan de horizon - Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst — Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58434099904847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58434099970383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58434100068687,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58434100101455,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58434100166991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Sorrow-I-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786184288388.jpg?v=1786306842"},{"product_id":"news-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"News - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA haunting Symbolist work by Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, featuring a sweeping dark form above a stark mountain peak in muted tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, a Lithuanian composer and painter, created this work during a period of intense creative output. His approach to visual art often mirrored his musical background, employing rhythmic structures and thematic development. In this piece, the composition is dominated by a sweeping, dark form that arcs across the upper portion of the frame, suggesting a bird or a celestial messenger in flight. Below this, a stark, shadowed mountain peak rises against a pale, atmospheric background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour palette is restrained, relying on muted earth tones, ochres, and deep charcoal greys. The texture of the tempera on paper is visible, providing a tactile quality to the surface. Čiurlionis avoids literal representation, opting instead for a dreamlike, evocative quality that characterises his Symbolist output. The interplay between the dark, solid mass of the mountain and the ethereal, light-filled sky creates a sense of tension and anticipation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work belongs to a series of paintings where the artist explored themes of cosmic order and human perception. By reducing the visual elements to their most essential forms, Čiurlionis invites the viewer to engage with the image on an intuitive level. The lack of specific detail allows the subject to remain ambiguous, shifting the focus toward the emotional resonance of the scene. The work is held in the collection of the M. K. Čiurlionis National Museum of Art in Kaunas, Lithuania. It remains a clear example of the artist's ability to synthesise visual and auditory concepts into a single, static image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/euterpe-arnold-bocklin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEuterpe - Arnold Böcklin — Arnold Böcklin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/voetpad-met-wilg-en-dorpje-aan-de-horizon-richard-nicolaus-roland-holst\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVoetpad met wilg en dorpje aan de horizon - Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst — Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58434156101967,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58434156167503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58434156265807,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58434156298575,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58434156364111,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/News_Poster_CompositorV1_1786184849117.jpg?v=1786307784"},{"product_id":"prelude-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"Prelude - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dreamlike, symbolic composition by Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, featuring a ghostly figure hovering over a fantastical, ethereal city.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis was a Lithuanian composer and painter whose work occupies a unique position in early twentieth-century European art. His creative output often bridged the gap between visual media and musical structure, as seen in this work from his Rex cycle. The composition functions as a visual interpretation of a musical prelude, where ethereal forms and architectural silhouettes emerge from a dreamlike atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe painting depicts a sprawling, fantastical city rendered in muted, earthy tones. A ghostly, translucent figure, reminiscent of a horse or a mythical creature, dominates the centre of the frame, hovering above the urban structures. The architecture itself is a blend of gothic spires, fortress walls, and abstract shapes that suggest a city built of light or memory. The foreground is anchored by dark, heavy masses that frame the scene, creating a sense of looking through a window into another realm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eČiurlionis employed tempera to achieve a matte, atmospheric quality that suits his otherworldly subject matter. His approach to space is non-traditional, favouring a layered, almost stage-like arrangement that prioritises mood over linear perspective. The sky is heavy with dark, swirling clouds, providing a stark contrast to the pale, glowing city below. This work reflects the artist's interest in theosophy and mythology, themes that permeated his later paintings. By synthesising musical concepts with visual symbolism, he created a personal language that remains distinct within the Symbolist movement. The lack of clear narrative allows the viewer to engage with the image as a purely sensory experience, much like listening to a piece of music without a specific programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/poisson-et-algues-papier-peint-pigeon-et-pavots-bordure-de-vitrail-maurice-pillard-verneuil\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePoisson et Algues, Papier Peint \/ Pigeon et Pavots, Bordure de Vitrail - Maurice Pillard Verneuil — Maurice Pillard Verneuil\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/luchon-travel-poster-fine-art-print\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLuchon (Travel Poster) - Fine Art Print — Alphonse Mucha\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58434177073487,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58434177139023,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58434177237327,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58434177270095,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58434177335631,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Prelude_Poster_CompositorV1_1786185377581.jpg?v=1786307975"},{"product_id":"lightning-mikalojus-konstantinas-ciurlionis","title":"Lightning - Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking Symbolist work by Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, depicting rhythmic lightning bolts reflecting over a dark, tranquil expanse of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, a Lithuanian composer and painter, created this work during the final years of his life. His approach to visual art often mirrored his musical training, focusing on rhythm, structure, and the synthesis of different sensory experiences. This piece depicts a series of jagged lightning bolts descending from heavy, dark clouds towards a calm body of water. The reflection of the light on the surface of the water provides a symmetrical balance to the atmospheric tension above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is dominated by deep, nocturnal tones. The artist employs a limited palette of blues, greys, and blacks to convey the weight of the storm. The lightning itself is rendered with a stylised, almost geometric precision, which contrasts with the fluid, layered application of the tempera paint in the sky and water. This work belongs to a period where the artist moved away from literal representation, preferring instead to explore the emotional and spiritual resonance of natural phenomena.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eČiurlionis often organised his paintings into cycles, treating them like movements in a symphony. While this specific image functions as an independent study, it shares the dreamlike quality found in his larger series. The lack of human figures or terrestrial landmarks forces the viewer to focus entirely on the interaction between the elements. The stillness of the water, combined with the sudden, sharp energy of the lightning, creates a sense of suspended time. 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