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Omakuva, by Eero Järnefelt, 1910

Omakuva

Eero Järnefelt

1910

From the collection of Järvenpää Art Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Omakuva is a 1910 by Eero Järnefelt, held at Järvenpää Art Museum.

Who painted this?
Eero Järnefelt
When & what style?
1910
Where can I see it?
Järvenpää Art Museum

About this work

This painting is a self-portrait of a man with a bald head, wearing a suit and tie. The background is a mix of colors, including red, blue, and brown. The man's facial expression is serious, and his eyes seem to be looking directly at the viewer. The painting is done in a realistic style, with attention to detail in the subject's features and clothing. The use of color and lighting in the painting creates a sense of depth and dimensionality. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, you might want to check out his other works.

About the artist

Portrait of Eero Järnefelt
Artist

Eero Järnefelt

Erik "Eero" Nikolai Järnefelt was a Finnish painter and art professor. He is best known for his portraits and landscapes of the area around Koli National Park, in the North Karelia region of Finland. He was a medal…

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