Artwork
Arrival of Väinämöinen, Ilmarinen and Lemminkäinen at Pohjola
Arrival of Väinämöinen, Ilmarinen and Lemminkäinen at Pohjola is a tempera painting by the Symbolist artist Joseph Alanen. It dates from 1912 and is held in the collection of the Finnish National Gallery.
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Overview
Arrival of Väinämöinen, Ilmarinen and Lemminkäinen at Pohjola is a tempera painting by Joseph Alanen, dated circa 1912, part of the Ateneum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a scene from Finnish mythology, showing the arrival of three legendary figures, Väinämöinen, Ilmarinen, and Lemminkäinen, at Pohjola. The composition focuses on the three main figures in the foreground, with additional figures in the background.
Technique & Style
Characterized by bold lines, simple geometric shapes, and muted color palette (dominated by blues, greens, and browns), the work exhibits a distinctive, elegant simplicity.
History & Provenance
Created around 1912 by Joseph Alanen, the painting is currently housed at the Ateneum.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Joseph Alanen kept a tiny studio by a railway line, where he sketched trains between painting Finnish folklore scenes.
