Lake Thun from the path to the plate Schynigen 1906

Ferdinand Hodler sketched "Lake Thun from the path to the plate Schynigen" with pencil, capturing a serene vista. Notice the clouds above. These curling forms echo the serpentine shapes found in ancient art, symbolizing transition and the cyclical nature of existence. We see similar cloud-like motifs in Chinese art, where they represent the heavens and the journey of the soul. Hodler's clouds, mountains and waters also evoke a sense of the sublime. The sublime touches on primal fears and awe-inspiring beauty. These natural forms, rendered with such simple lines, tap into the collective unconscious, reminding us of the eternal forces that shape our world and ourselves. The landscape becomes a mirror reflecting our deepest emotions, and the symbol continues its timeless dance.