Ester Sihtola
1910
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
1910
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
This drawing shows a woman, Ester Sihtola, in a simple setting. The artist used pastels on paper, which gives the drawing a soft look. This technique, called pastelli paperille, is attached to fabric, adding texture to the artwork. The subject seems everyday, not formal or posed. You can learn more about the artist's style by looking up the work of artist: Järnefelt, Eero.