Äitini
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From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
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Alvar Cawén
Alvar Cawén (1886–1935) was an artist, born in Korpilahti.
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From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
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Äitini is an unspecified by Alvar Cawén, held at Finnish National Gallery.
This painting shows a woman in profile, wearing a white head covering and a patchwork-style shawl in green, yellow, and blue. Her face is half-lit, with shadows darkening one side, and her hand rests on her lap. The background is mostly black, with a few hints of red and purple. The way the light and dark areas clash makes the face stand out sharply. The brushstrokes are thick in some spots, giving the painting texture. Next, check out impasto to see how artists use thick paint like this.
Alvar Cawén (1886–1935) was an artist, born in Korpilahti.
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