Why it matters
August Strindberg had no training in art and painted mostly in times of crisis, when writing was difficult. He painted mainly landscapes and seascapes with dramatic waves and skies, and is regarded as a pioneer of Expressionism in Sweden.
Did you know?
- It was painted in 1903.
- Strindberg's painting method was personally improvised.
- His breakthrough as a painter came long after his death.
Based on the Wikipedia article The Town (Strindberg) (CC BY-SA 4.0).
