1912
tempera
canvas
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
Dominant colour
Arrival of Väinämöinen, Ilmarinen and Lemminkäinen at Pohjola is a 1912 tempera by Joseph Alanen, a Symbolism work, held at Finnish National Gallery.
This painting shows a group of people in a scene. There are three main figures in the front, and several others behind them. The main figures are wearing long robes and hats, and one of them is holding a sword. The background is a mix of colors, with stripes and patterns. The painting has a unique style, with bold lines and simple shapes. The colors are muted, with shades of blue, green, and brown. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to look into the work of Joseph Alanen, the artist who created this painting.
Joseph Alanen (1885–1920) was an artist, born in Tampere.
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