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Soutava punahattuinen nainen, by Torsten Wasastjerna, unspecified, 1903

Soutava punahattuinen nainen

Torsten Wasastjerna

1903

unspecified

From the collection of Finnish National Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

Soutava punahattuinen nainen is a 1903 unspecified by Torsten Wasastjerna, held at Finnish National Gallery.

Who painted this?
Torsten Wasastjerna
When & what style?
1903
Where can I see it?
Finnish National Gallery

About this work

This painting shows a person in a small boat on calm water. They’re wearing a bright red hat and a light-colored coat, sitting with their back to us. The background is soft and blurry, with hints of land and a few distant shapes. The brushstrokes are loose and quick, giving the scene a dreamy feel. The colors are simple but warm, with the red hat standing out against the muted tones. If you like this style, look up *impasto* next.

About the artist

Portrait of Torsten Wasastjerna
Artist

Torsten Wasastjerna

Torsten Gideon Wasastjerna (17 December 1863 – 1 July 1924) was a Finnish painter.

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