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      Storm in the Skerries.

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      Explore the works of August Strindberg (1849-1912), a Swedish playwright, novelist & painter—the 'father' of modern Swedish literature. Discover his naturalistic dramas like Miss Julie & The Father, pioneering psychological themes and Expressionist i
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      A heaving blue-green sea meets bluish-black, cloudy, stormy skies. A sombre image of violent forces of nature where the expressive feel is intensified by the fierceness of Strindberg’s spatula work.He found the scene depicted at Dalarö in the Stockholm skerries in the summer of 1892.The painting as a valveTo August Strindberg the playwright and author, painting served as a valve capable of venting the emotional chaos and pressure he continually found himself under, particularly during one of his many crises. The painting begins where the words stop, or where words cannot adequately express the overwhelming feelings of rage, jealousy, loneliness, and anxiety.Automatic artIn an essay from 1894 entitled Nye Kunstretninger! eller Tilfældet i den kunstneriske skaben (New directions of art! or Chance within creativity) Strindberg described his method as automatic art. He worked very intuitively, translating his mental state into images with brief, fierce bursts of activity. That is also why he chose small-scale formats; in fact this painting, which Strindberg called The Flying Dutchman as a reference to Richard Wagner’s (1813-1883) lonely, ever roaming captain, is one of his largest.Strindberg the visual artist did not limit himself to painting only; throughout most of his life he worked with photography and photographic experiments.

      Artist Biography

      **early life and career**

      august strindberg, a swedish playwright, novelist, poet, essayist, and painter, was born on january 22, 1849, in stockholm, sweden. his early life was marked by emotional insecurity, poverty, and religious fanaticism, which later influenced his writing style.

      **artistic breakthrough**

      strindberg's breakthrough in the art world came with his play master olof, rejected by the royal theatre in 1872. however, it was not until 1881, with the première of new theatre, that he gained recognition at the age of thirty-two.

      **naturalistic dramas**

      strindberg's plays, such as the father (1887), miss julie (1888), and creditors (1889), pioneered naturalistic dramas. these works built upon the accomplishments of henrik ibsen's prose problem plays, rejecting the structure of the well-made play.

      **influence on modern swedish literature**

      strindberg is considered the "father" of modern swedish literature, with his novel the red room (1879) frequently described as the first modern swedish novel. his influence can be seen in various aspects of swedish art and culture.

      **notable works and exhibitions**

      * staden (nationalmuseum, stockholm, sweden): a dark landscape dominated by monumental cloud formations. * underlandet (nationalmuseum, stockholm, sweden): an example of strindberg's innovative painting style.

      **legacy**

      strindberg's legacy extends beyond his writings, influencing the development of modern swedish literature and art. his innovative approach to drama and painting continues to inspire artists and writers worldwide. **important dates:** * january 22, 1849: born in stockholm, sweden * 1881: breakthrough with new theatre * may 14, 1912: passed away in stockholm, sweden
      august strindberg

      august strindberg

      1849 - 1912 , Sweden

      Quick Facts

      • Artistic Movement Or Style: Naturalism, Expressionism
      • Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist:
        • Modern Swedish literature
        • Expressionism
      • Artists Who Influenced This Artist:
        • Henrik Ibsen
        • Émile Zola
      • Date Of Birth: January 22, 1849
      • Date Of Death: May 14, 1912
      • Full Name: Johan August Strindberg
      • Nationality: Swedish
      • Notable Artworks:
        • Master Olof
        • Miss Julie
        • The Father
        • Creditors
        • Red Room
        • Inferno
      • Place Of Birth: Stockholm, Sweden
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