Meriväen kasarmi Katajanokalla Pohjoissatamasta nähtynä
1819
From the collection of Helsinki City Museum
1819
From the collection of Helsinki City Museum
This drawing shows a quiet waterfront scene. In the foreground, wooden buildings sit on a rocky shore, with a lone tree and a small boat on the water. The background features a large, pale building with many windows, standing on a raised platform near the water’s edge. The artist used soft, muted tones to create a calm, almost misty atmosphere. The buildings look simple but sturdy, and the water is still, reflecting the pale sky. If you like this style, check out cross-hatching to see how artists build texture with lines.
