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Sisarukset, Nelma ja Ilma

Eero Järnefelt

From the collection of Järvenpää Art Museum

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Sisarukset, Nelma ja Ilma is a work by Eero Järnefelt, held at Järvenpää Art Museum.

Who painted this?: Eero Järnefelt
Where can I see it?: Järvenpää Art Museum

About this work

This painting shows two people sitting close together at a wooden table. The person on the left is an adult with dark hair, resting their head on their hand. The person on the right is a child with light hair, looking straight ahead with a calm expression. The table has a candle, a plate, and a few scattered items. The background is dim, with some light coming through a window. The brushstrokes are thick and visible, giving the painting a textured look. The lighting focuses on the faces, making them stand out against the darker background. This style is called *impasto*.