Maisema Inhasta
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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 calm lake reflecting red wooden buildings and tall green trees. The water is still, with just a few ripples near the shore. The sky is soft and pale, blending into the distant hills. The brushstrokes are loose, almost like quick sketches, with some areas of paint thicker than others. This gives the scene a warm, lived-in feel. Look up impasto next to see how artists use thick paint like this.
