1913
unspecified
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
Dominant colour
Heikki rannalla is a 1913 unspecified by Venny Soldan-Brofeldt, held at Finnish National Gallery.
This painting shows a person standing by the water, facing away from us. Their body is painted in warm orange tones, and the background is a deep blue with quick, loose brushstrokes. The scene includes rocks, a few wildflowers, and bare branches reaching into the sky. The painting feels alive with color and movement, even though the person’s face is turned away. The brushstrokes are thick in some spots, giving the scene texture. If you like this style, look up impasto next.
Wendla Irene Soldan-Brofeldt, known as Venny (2 November 1863, Helsinki – 10 October 1945, Lohja) was a Finnish painter, illustrator, graphic artist, wood sculptor and jewelry designer.
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