A quick walk through of our church reveals a decor defined by muted colors. Much of the church is painted in low key earth tones. Accents where they exist, such as the stained glass windows, show only muted blue tones.
There is a long tradition of muted colors in Lithuanian churches which tend to feature white, non-intensive pastels, or earth tones. Vibrant color is rarely found, especially in Gothic or even early 20th Century church architecture. In part this is attributed to the materials that were available for color creation in prior centuries.
More so, muted tones reflect the Lithuanian landscape and are meant to create a contemplative atmosphere. These design choices are part of a ‘collective cultural ethos,’ reflecting an aesthetic preference for a more subdued, calming, humble, even penitential church atmosphere.
