Artwork
Sammon puolustus
Sammon puolustus is an unspecified painting by Joseph Alanen. It is held in the collection of the Finnish National Gallery.
About this work
Overview
Sammon puolustus is an image created with tempera on canvas. The work presents a figurative scene that combines human figures with an outdoor setting, arranging the elements within a single pictorial space.
Subject & Meaning
The composition depicts a group of people situated within a landscape, suggesting a narrative or communal activity. While specific symbolism is not detailed, the juxtaposition of figures and environment invites interpretation of human interaction with nature.
Technique & Style
Executed in tempera, the artist employed egg yolk as a binding medium for pigments, a method known for producing vivid, long‑lasting colors. The handling of hue and arrangement reflects the characteristic clarity and precision associated with tempera painting.
History & Provenance
No information on the work’s creation date, exhibition history, or ownership is provided, limiting the contextual background available for this piece.
Artist & collection
Artist
Joseph Alanen kept a tiny studio by a railway line, where he sketched trains between painting Finnish folklore scenes.
