Appelsiinipuu
1910
unspecified
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
1910
unspecified
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
This painting shows a small potted plant with bright green leaves and two round oranges hanging from its branches. The pot sits on a saucer, and the background is a plain, muted green. The brushstrokes are thick and visible, giving the leaves a textured look. The artist focused on simple shapes and bold colors, especially the oranges’ bright glow against the dark pot. The painting feels quiet and close-up, like something you might see on a windowsill. If you like this kind of straightforward still life, look up impasto to see how thick paint can change a painting’s texture.