laivamaalaus
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From the collection of Porvoo Museum
laivamaalaus is an unspecified by tuntematon, held at Porvoo Museum.
This painting shows a big sailing ship with three tall masts, cutting through choppy waves. The sky above is partly cloudy, with white sails catching the light. In the background, a smaller boat floats nearby, and a few birds skim the water’s surface. The ship’s name, *Alexander*, is written on a flag at the top of the main mast. The painting focuses on the ship’s size and movement, with careful attention to how the light hits the sails and waves. If you like this kind of scene, look up chiaroscuro next to see how artists use light and shadow.
