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Lullaby, by Alvar Cawén, unspecified, 1921

Lullaby

Alvar Cawén

1921

unspecified

From the collection of Finnish National Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

Lullaby is a 1921 unspecified by Alvar Cawén, held at Finnish National Gallery.

Who painted this?
Alvar Cawén
When & what style?
1921
Where can I see it?
Finnish National Gallery

About this work

The painting depicts a woman sitting on the floor in a room, with a bed behind her. The woman has blonde hair and is wearing a white shirt and a long green skirt. She is leaning on her left hand, with her elbow resting on her left knee, and is looking up and to the right. The room is dimly lit, with shadows cast on the walls and floor. The bed has a dark-colored blanket and a white pillow. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of quiet contemplation. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's eye to the woman's face and hands. The artist's use of color and light adds to the overall mood of the painting, creating a sense of calm and serenity. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up the technique: chiaroscuro.

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