The majority of the Lithuanian artist M. K. Čiurlionis’s (1875–1911) creative legacy is displayed here.
The 19 – 20 century art trends of symbolism and romanticism blend with abstraction in his works. Some critics call Čiurlionis a pioneer of abstract art and compare his œuvre with those of V. Kandinski, A. Böcklin, O. Redon, M. Klinger, and E. Munch. His very distinctive perception of space gives the impression of having been seen in bird flight. The paintings have a tone of cosmic vision; a deep inner focus. The artist’s interests range from the birth of universe, its structure, nature and its recognition, to the meaning of life, psychological states and evolution, as well as ways to realise musical principles in art.
Čiurlionis was one of Lithuania’s first graphic artists. His graphic works include glass etchings and china ink drawings. As well as graphic design, there are original compositions and painting sketches.
His musical heritage stands as a backbone for Lithuanian professional music. There are symphony poems, compositions for piano, choirs, organ and string quartets. Čiurlionis’s creative career as a musician lasted for fifteen years, slightly longer then his career as a painter. During that period he wrote over 350 compositions. Visitors are invited to listen to M. K. Čiurlionis’s compositions in the music auditorium, where piano concerts are also organized.
The M. K. Čiurlionis National Museum of Art is the where almost all the creative heritage of this most famous Lithuanian painter, composer, author and public figure is preserved. 220 paintings, 52 graphic prints, 10 sketch books, photos and other numerous archival materials are held in the museum collection today.
The majority of the Lithuanian artist M. K. Čiurlionis’s (1875–1911) creative legacy is displayed here.
The 19 – 20 century art trends of symbolism and romanticism blend with abstraction in his works. Some critics call Čiurlionis a pioneer of abstract art and compare his œuvre with those of V. Kandinski, A. Böcklin, O. Redon, M. Klinger, and E. Munch. His very distinctive perception of space gives the impression of having been seen in bird flight. The paintings...
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