Äiti nukkuvan lapsen vuoteen vieressä
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From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
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From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
In this painting, a woman sits beside a child lying in bed, both dressed in traditional clothing. The woman wears a long, dark dress with a white blouse, while the child is covered with a white sheet. A small dog lies on the floor to the right. The room is dimly lit, with a window on the left side covered by a green curtain. A spinning wheel is partially visible in the foreground, adding to the domestic atmosphere. This intimate scene invites the viewer to reflect on the quiet moments of everyday life. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the works of Frosterus-Såltin, Alexandra.
