Description: (Lithuanian Composer and Painter)
Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis was a versatile Lithuanian artist known for his contributions to symbolism and art nouveau movements during the fin de siècle era. He is considered a pioneer of abstract art in Europe. Čiurlionis composed around 400 musical pieces, painted approximately 300 artworks, and wrote numerous literary works and poems. His artistic legacy is honored at the M. K. Čiurlionis National Art Museum in Kaunas, Lithuania, influencing modern Lithuanian culture.