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Poikia ranta-aidalla, by Juho Mäkelä, unspecified

Poikia ranta-aidalla

Juho Mäkelä

unspecified

From the collection of Finnish National Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

Poikia ranta-aidalla is an unspecified by Juho Mäkelä, held at Finnish National Gallery.

Who painted this?
Juho Mäkelä
Where can I see it?
Finnish National Gallery

About this work

This painting depicts three men in blue uniforms walking along a wooden fence that runs horizontally across the image. The men are shown from behind, and their faces are not visible. The background of the painting is a mix of blue, yellow, and white colors, with visible brushstrokes. The painting has a rough, textured quality to it, with thick layers of paint visible in some areas. The overall effect is one of movement and energy, as if the men are walking quickly along the fence. The artist's use of color and texture creates a sense of depth and atmosphere in the painting. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's technique, you might want to look into impasto, a method of applying paint that involves building up thick layers of color.

About the artist

Artist

Juho Mäkelä

Juho Mäkelä made metalworks and paintings that capture quiet moments under wide skies.

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