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Järvimaisema, by Arvid Järnefelt

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Järvimaisema is a work by Arvid Järnefelt, held at Järvenpää Art Museum.

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

About this work

This painting shows a quiet lake with a dark, tree-covered shore on the right. The water is calm, almost empty, with just a few faint brushstrokes to suggest movement. Above it, soft layers of pale blue and yellow blend into the sky, giving a peaceful, hazy look. The brushwork is loose, almost sketchy in places, with thick paint in some spots. The colors are muted, like a misty day by the water. If you like this style, check out *impasto* for more on thick paint techniques.

About the artist

Artist

Arvid Järnefelt

Arvid Järnefelt made quiet scenes from everyday life. In his painting *Pihlajoita*, silver birches stand against a soft sky. The photograph *Järvimaisema* shows a calm lake at twilight, still water and a single boat.…

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