"Sonata of the Stars” is an artistic vision of outer space. In this sonata the viewer is exposed to fantastical multi-layered images. All of the compositional elements in the painting are arranged in a complex rhythm of different variations. Portrayal of the third dimension no longer uses the perspective of space, instead opting for overlays of varying opacity.

Čiurlionis envisions the universe as a magnificent polyphonic symphony of intertwining cosmic mists, stars, and sunlight. The waves of this ocean of space – the melodies – eddy and weave past each other, forming a rich, ornamented, and splendid web pierced by the path of the Milky Way. The movement in outer space is not chaotic, but rhythmical and harmonious. The symbol of the order and harmony of the Universe is envisioned as the bright figure of an angel standing on a tapering tower of light.

The second part of the sonata (“Andante”) is just as solemn and monumental, but much more restrained: a few bands of cosmic mist veil the spherical mass of a still planet, perhaps Earth itself, and an angel steps slowly across the band of the Milky Way, creating the impression of serene and magnificent music.

This is one of the artist's most musical creations, full of the wonderful interplay of colours, a variety of rhythms and a powerful imagination.

From 2024-02-24 until 2024-06-08 this painting is exhibited in Museum Belvédère in Heerenveen, Netherlands.