1892
oil
canvas
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
Old Woman with a Chip Basket is a 1892 oil by Albert Edelfelt, a Impressionism work, held at Finnish National Gallery.
The painting shows an elderly woman sitting in a field, holding a basket of wood chips. She wears a white shawl and has a serious expression on her face. In the background, there is a red house and trees, suggesting a rural setting. The woman's attire and the basket of wood chips imply that she may be a peasant or a laborer. The painting's use of earthy tones and attention to detail create a sense of realism. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's style and technique, you might want to look up Albert Edelfelt.
Albert Gustaf Aristides Edelfelt (21 July 1854 – 18 August 1905) was a Finnish painter noted for his naturalistic style and Realist approach to art.
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