Léo Schnug: A Painter Haunted by History and Marked by Artistic Vision Born in Strasbourg, France (17 February 1878), Léo Schnug’s life unfolded against the backdrop of transformative historical periods—the Belle Époque, World War I, and the subsequent interwar years. His artistic output reflects a profound engagement with Romantic idealism alongside medieval symbolism, resulting in paintings that powerfully convey moments of dramatic tension and quiet contemplation simultaneously. Despite battling debilitating mental illness throughout his adult life, Schnug’s unwavering dedication to his c…