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Romani, by Meri Genetz, unspecified

Romani

Meri Genetz

unspecified

From the collection of Finnish National Gallery

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Overview

Romani is an unspecified by Meri Genetz, held at Finnish National Gallery.

Who painted this?
Meri Genetz
Where can I see it?
Finnish National Gallery

About this work

This painting shows a person’s face and shoulders, turned slightly to the side. The background is a mix of dark purples and blues, while the shirt has bold red and green brushstrokes. The face looks serious, with soft shadows under the eyes and a neutral expression. The thick, textured paint gives the portrait a lively, almost sketchy feel. The colors pop against each other, especially the red collar and the cool background. If you like this style, look up impasto next.

About the artist

Artist

Meri Genetz

This Finnish artist crafted small metal reliefs and a few oil paintings in the early 1900s.

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