Artwork

(Uusi) Ruotsalainen teatteri

(Uusi) Ruotsalainen teatteri, by Rudolf Åkerblom, 1897
(Uusi) Ruotsalainen teatteri, by Rudolf Åkerblom, 1897

(Uusi) Ruotsalainen teatteri 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

Created around 1897, (Uusi) Ruotsalainen teatteri is a drawing by Rudolf Åkerblom.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a grand theater building with a prominent dome and ornate details, surrounded by people in period attire going about their daily activities. Trees flank the scene, evoking a serene atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Åkerblom employed delicate pencil strokes to capture the subtleties of light and shadow, lending the work a soft, sketch-like quality. The level of detail in the building's architecture suggests a focus on its design and significance.

South-east aspect of the 1862 Exhibition Building
South-east aspect of the 1862 Exhibition Building, William Callow

Artist & collection

Artist

Rudolf Åkerblom

Rudolf Åkerblom (1849–1925) was an artist, born in Helsinki.

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Who painted (Uusi) Ruotsalainen teatteri?

(Uusi) Ruotsalainen teatteri was painted by Rudolf Åkerblom in 1897.

Where can I see (Uusi) Ruotsalainen teatteri?

(Uusi) Ruotsalainen teatteri is held by Helsinki City Museum.

Can I buy a print of (Uusi) Ruotsalainen teatteri?

Museum-quality prints of (Uusi) Ruotsalainen teatteri are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.