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Kapteeni Carl Adolf Tamelander (1832-1884)

Johan Erik Lindh

From the collection of Helsinki City Museum

Portrait

Dominant colour

Kapteeni Carl Adolf Tamelander (1832-1884) is a work by Johan Erik Lindh, held at Helsinki City Museum.

Who painted this?: Johan Erik Lindh
Where can I see it?: Helsinki City Museum

About this work

This portrait shows a man in a dark blue military jacket with silver buttons and epaulettes. His uniform is decorated with medals—one red and gold, another gold with a crown—and a black sash. The background is plain, keeping focus on his serious expression and the details of his outfit. The artist used smooth, even strokes to show the fabric and shine of the medals. The drawing feels precise, like every fold and button matters. Next, check out cross-hatching to see how artists build shading with lines.