Glass-and-Sand

Futile musings of an old ghost

Tag: Rachmaninov

  • Toteninsel

    Toteninsel

    Ever since I first saw Arnold Böcklin’s painting in the Alte Nationalgalerie in Berlin, I have sought to discover its meaning. The subject is clear, the water of the Styx dark enough, this is the underworld. Perhaps the meaning is to be found here. See also: unframed Toteninsel Photo: Arnold Böcklin, die Toteninsel – ©2013…

  • Blessed Serenity on Toteninsel 13

    Blessed Serenity on Toteninsel 13

    Toteninsel represents the idea of leaving behind the earthly realm and embarking on a spiritual journey. It embodies the notion of serenity and tranquility, offering solace and peace during the transition from life to death.