Artwork
Iso Roobertinkatu 17
Iso Roobertinkatu 17 is a drawing by Rudolf Åkerblom. It dates from 1897 and is held in the collection of the Helsinki City Museum.
About this work
Overview
Iso Roobertinkatu 17 is a drawing created by Rudolf Åkerblom around 1897.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a row of unadorned wooden houses with dark roofs and small windows, capturing everyday details such as rough wood and simple forms. A ladder and fence are also visible, set against a backdrop of bare trees and muddy ground.
Technique & Style
The artist's focus on mundane aspects and straightforward representation gives the drawing a quiet, realistic quality. The use of lines to convey texture is notable, suggesting a technique such as cross-hatching may have been employed.
Artist & collection
