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Annankatu 12, piha

Rudolf Åkerblom

1897

From the collection of Helsinki City Museum

Dominant colour

Annankatu 12, piha 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 painting depicts a serene scene of a house with a tree in the front yard. The house is painted in warm, earthy tones, with a light brown exterior and a darker brown roof. The tree is positioned in front of the house, its branches stretching out towards the viewer. In the foreground, a small chair is placed under the tree, adding a sense of intimacy to the scene. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of tranquility and peacefulness, inviting the viewer to step into the quiet world of the painting. For more information on the artist's technique, look up cross-hatching.