1889
unspecified
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
Dominant colour
Särkkä is a 1889 unspecified by Albert Edelfelt, a Realism work, held at Finnish National Gallery.
This painting shows a quiet beach at dusk. The sand is a mix of warm browns and cool grays, with a few patches of white foam near the water’s edge. In the distance, a dark, rocky island sits in the middle of the sea, while the sky above is split between stormy clouds and a fading orange glow. The brushstrokes are thick and visible, especially on the sand and waves, giving the scene a textured feel. This technique is called *impasto*—where paint is laid on thickly so you can almost see the strokes. Check out more about impasto to see how artists use it to add depth.
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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