Giovanni Segantini was a Swiss painter born on January 15, 1858, in Milan, Italy. He is best known for his contributions to the Symbolism and Impressionism movements, focusing on themes of nature and the human experience. Segantini often depicted the Alpine landscape, capturing its beauty and emotional depth through vibrant colors and light. Throughout his career, Segantini developed a unique technique called "divisionism," which involved applying small dots of color to create a luminous effect. He spent much of his life in the Engadin valley in Switzerland, where he found inspiration for many of his works. Segantini passed away on September 28, 1899, leaving a lasting legacy in the art world.