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Tyttö ja lampaita, by Eero Snellman, unspecified

Tyttö ja lampaita

Eero Snellman

unspecified

From the collection of Finnish National Gallery

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Overview

Tyttö ja lampaita is an unspecified by Eero Snellman, held at Finnish National Gallery.

Who painted this?
Eero Snellman
Where can I see it?
Finnish National Gallery

About this work

This painting shows a woman in a white headscarf walking a sheepdog through a grassy field. She’s herding a small flock of sheep, which are scattered around her. In the background, there are dark, leafy trees and a few buildings on a hill, with a soft, cloudy sky above. The brushstrokes are thick and visible, giving the scene a textured look—especially on the sheep and the dog. The colors are bright but not overly detailed, making the landscape feel simple yet lively. If you like this style, check out the technique: impasto next.

About the artist

Artist

Eero Snellman

Eero Snellman made small oil paintings and metal reliefs of Finnish streets and people in the early 1900s.

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