Elonleikkaaja

About this work

A barefoot man stands in a field, holding a long stick over his shoulder and a heavy sack in one hand. His pants are rolled up, showing dirty legs, and his shirt is dark with a loose collar. The background is a mix of green and brown brushstrokes, like rolling hills under a pale sky. The paint is thick in spots, especially on his face and hands, giving it a textured look. His smile feels real, like he’s caught mid-laugh while working. This painting is at the Museum of Ethnography.