Paul Klee: A Life Painted in Light and Shadow – 1940 and Beyond The year 1940 casts a long shadow over the life and work of Paul Klee, marking not just a pivotal moment in his artistic journey but also a period of profound upheaval for Europe. Born in Bern, Switzerland, in 1879, Klee’s career unfolded against a backdrop of shifting political landscapes, burgeoning artistic movements, and the looming threat of war – a reality that deep…