Louis Soutter

Louis Soutter was a Swiss artist who is best known for his drawings and paintings that explore themes of madness, death, and the human condition. Soutter was born in Morges, Switzerland and studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in Geneva before pursuing a career as a violinist.

In the early 1900s, Soutter began to suffer from mental illness and was committed to various psychiatric institutions throughout his life. Despite his struggles, Soutter continued to create art and produced a large body of work, including intricate ink drawings and colorful paintings. Soutter's artwork is characterized by its intense emotional and psychological content, often featuring grotesque or disturbing imagery. His drawings and paintings often incorporate religious and mythological themes, as well as references to his personal experiences and struggles.