Lukeva tyttö

About this work

A girl sits in a big armchair, reading a book. She’s wearing a white dress with a fur collar and a dark shawl over her shoulders. Behind her, a window shows a plant with red flowers and a blue wall outside. The chair has a yellow cushion and a striped pattern. The brushstrokes are thick, especially on her face and hands, making them look almost textured. This gives the painting a warm, lived-in feel. Look up impasto to see how artists use thick paint like this.