Symbolism is an artistic movement that emerged in the late 19th century as a reaction to the realism of the time. Symbolist artists sought to express their ideas and emotions through symbols and images rather than through literal representations. One of the most famous Symbolist painters is Ferdinand Hodler, who used colour and light to convey his innermost thoughts and feelings. Another important symbolist artist is Paul Gauguin, known for his use of bright colours and flat, two-dimensional forms. In general, symbolism relies heavily on suggestion and interpretation, leaving much to the viewer's imagination. As such, it can be considered a precursor to abstract art. Symbolism was a brief but influential movement that left a lasting mark on the art world.

Ferdinand Hodler was a Swiss painter whose work was characterised by large landscapes and dramatic scenes. Hodler began his career as a portraitist, but soon turned to landscapes, which became his signature. Among Hodler's most famous paintings are "The Road to a particular interest" and "Landscape on Lake Geneva". Together, these paintings illustrate Hodler's skill as an artist and his ability to capture the beauty and power of nature.

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