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Ruissalo Bridge, by Elin Danielson-Gambogi, oil, 1896

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Overview

Ruissalo Bridge is a 1896 oil by Elin Danielson-Gambogi, a Impressionism work, held at Finnish National Gallery.

Who painted this?
Elin Danielson-Gambogi
When & what style?
1896 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Finnish National Gallery

About this work

The painting shows a bridge in the foreground, stretching from the bottom left to the center. It's made of wood and has a simple railing. The bridge crosses a small stream that runs from the bottom right to the center. The stream is lined with rocks and has a few patches of ice. In the background, there's a field with some trees and a few buildings in the distance. The sky is light blue with a few clouds. The painting is done in a realistic style, with attention to detail and texture. The brushstrokes are visible, giving the painting a sense of movement and energy. The colors are muted, with shades of brown, green, and blue dominating the palette. If you like this painting, you might also want to check out the work of artist Elin Danielson-Gambogi.

About the artist

Portrait of Elin Danielson-Gambogi
Artist

Elin Danielson-Gambogi

Elin Kleopatra Danielson-Gambogi (née Danielson; 3 September 1861 – 31 December 1919) was a Finnish painter, best known for her realist works and portraits.

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