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Albertinkatu 26, by Rudolf Åkerblom, 1897

Albertinkatu 26

Rudolf Åkerblom

1897

From the collection of Helsinki City Museum

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Overview

Albertinkatu 26 is a 1897 by Rudolf Åkerblom, held at Helsinki City Museum.

Who painted this?
Rudolf Åkerblom
When & what style?
1897
Where can I see it?
Helsinki City Museum

About this work

This drawing shows a quiet street lined with small wooden houses. The buildings have simple designs, with some leaning slightly. A dirt road runs down the middle, and a few trees with bare branches stand around. Ladders lean against the walls, and a wooden well sits near the left side. The artist used fine lines to create shadows and texture, giving the scene depth. The colors are muted, focusing on earthy browns and soft blues. If you like this style, look up cross-hatching to see how artists build detail with lines.

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