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Mummo ("Mommo"), by Helene Schjerfbeck, unspecified

Mummo ("Mommo")

Helene Schjerfbeck

unspecified

From the collection of Finnish National Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

Mummo ("Mommo") is an unspecified by Helene Schjerfbeck, held at Finnish National Gallery.

Who painted this?
Helene Schjerfbeck
Where can I see it?
Finnish National Gallery

About this work

This portrait painting depicts an elderly woman, likely the artist's mother, as suggested by the title "Mummo." She is dressed in a dark brown shawl over a black top, with a white headscarf covering her hair. Her hands are clasped together in front of her, and her face is serene. The background of the painting is a muted greenish-brown color, with subtle brushstrokes that add texture to the overall piece. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of intimacy and quiet contemplation. To learn more about the artist's techniques and style, explore the work of Schjerfbeck, Helene.

About the artist

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Artist

Helene Schjerfbeck

Helena Sofia (Helene) Schjerfbeck (pronounced ; July 10, 1862 – January 23, 1946) was a Finnish modernist painter known for her realist works and self-portraits, and also for her landscapes and still lifes.

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