Scherzo (Sonata of the Spring) 1907

Mikalojus Konstantinas Ciurlionis created *Scherzo (Sonata of the Spring)*, using an unknown medium, during a time of cultural reawakening in Lithuania. Ciurlionis sought to synthesize music and painting, aiming to create works that resonated with emotional and spiritual depth. Ciurlionis’s identity as a Lithuanian artist during a period of Russian occupation profoundly shaped his artistic vision. This painting blends visual art with musical structure, reflecting his desire to transcend conventional artistic boundaries. The floating fish and geometric forms evoke a dreamlike state, inviting viewers to interpret their own narratives within the piece. His synesthetic approach challenged traditional artistic representations. As he once wrote, “I want to create music that would express the colors.” *Scherzo* uses abstraction to convey personal and collective experiences. The painting encourages us to reflect on our own emotional landscapes.