Kota

Kota

Juho Kyyhkynen

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From the collection of Finnish National Gallery

About this work

A child stands in deep snow, bundled in a thick fur coat and hat. Their mittens are tucked in their sleeves, and a red scarf peeks out from under the collar. Behind them, a small wooden cabin and a tall, narrow door sit in a snowy yard, with a sled and a tree in the distance. The brushstrokes are loose, especially in the sky and snow, giving a soft, dreamy feel. The child’s face is calm but curious, almost like they’re waiting for something. Look up chiaroscuro next to see how light and shadow create mood in paintings.

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