Rantakuva Douarnenez'sta
1892
unspecified
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
1892
unspecified
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
Dominant colour
Rantakuva Douarnenez'sta is a 1892 unspecified by Amélie Lundahl, held at Finnish National Gallery.
This painting shows a quiet coastal scene with three tall, bare trees framing the view. The water is calm, with a few small boats floating near the shore. In the distance, a rocky cliff juts out into the sea, and the sky is soft and pale. The brushstrokes are thick and textured, especially on the trees and cliffs, giving the painting a rough, almost sketchy feel. The artist seems to focus more on shapes and light than on tiny details. If you like this style, look up impasto next.
Amélie Lundahl (1850–1914) was a Finnish artist, born in Oulu.
See the richer artist page