Koivuja
1910
unspecified
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
1910
unspecified
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
This painting shows a row of tall birch trees with white bark and dark branches. The trees stand in a grassy field with a few buildings in the background, painted in soft, muted colors. The brushstrokes are loose and quick, giving the scene a natural, slightly rough look. The artist focused on the trees’ bark and the play of light through their branches, making the trunks look almost alive. The colors are earthy—greens, browns, and yellows—with a hint of blue in the shadows. If you like this style, look up impasto next to see how thick paint can create texture.