Pietà

Pietà

Magnus Enckell

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From the collection of Finnish National Gallery

About this work

The painting depicts a tender scene of a woman cradling a child in her arms. The woman's face is tilted downward, gazing at the child with a gentle expression. The child's head rests on the woman's chest, and their arms are wrapped around each other. The background of the painting is dark, with muted colors that contrast with the warm tones of the woman and child. The woman's clothing is simple, with a head covering and a loose-fitting robe. The child's face is serene, with their eyes closed as if sleeping. The overall mood of the painting is one of quiet intimacy and devotion. This painting is reminiscent of the works of Enckell, Magnus.

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