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Daniel Hjort, by Joseph Alanen, oil, 1912

Daniel Hjort

Joseph Alanen

1912

oil

canvas

From the collection of Finnish National Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

Daniel Hjort is a 1912 oil by Joseph Alanen, a Symbolism work, held at Finnish National Gallery.

Who painted this?
Joseph Alanen
When & what style?
1912 · Symbolism
Where can I see it?
Finnish National Gallery

About this work

The painting depicts a person with short hair, wearing a hat and a long-sleeved shirt. The person is shown from the waist up, facing to the right. The background is a mix of brown and yellow hues, with geometric shapes and lines. The painting's style is reminiscent of early 20th-century art, with bold lines and simple shapes. The use of tempera as a medium adds a sense of texture and depth to the work. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to look up the artist Joseph Alanen, who is known for his work in this medium.

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