Perhe
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From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
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From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
This painting shows a man in a dark suit holding a baby, with a woman in a simple dress standing close behind. The brushstrokes are loose and quick, leaving some areas blurry. The colors are muted—soft whites, grays, and earthy browns—with a hint of green in the woman’s dress. The signature in the corner reads "J. Ruokokoski" with the year 1921. The painting feels more like a sketch than a polished work, with thick, visible strokes of paint. Look up impasto next to see how this thick paint technique works.
