Arnold Böcklin Book order

Arnold Böcklin was a Swiss symbolist painter whose work was infused with allegorical and mythological figures. His art drew significant inspiration from his time in Rome, where he absorbed the rich historical and artistic milieu. Böcklin excelled at evoking mood and atmosphere, often imbuing his canvases with a sense of melancholy. His distinctive style featured a dreamlike quality and profound symbolic resonance, solidifying his place as a key figure in Symbolism.