Artwork
Asetelma ompelupöydällä
Asetelma ompelupöydällä is an unspecified painting by Ferdinand von Wright. It is held in the collection of the Finnish National Gallery.
About this work
Overview
Asetelma ompelupöydällä is a painting by Ferdinand von Wright, depicting a still life arrangement on a small table.
Subject & Meaning
The still life features a vase with a pale pink rose and white lily, accompanied by a stack of old books and a leather case containing personal items, set against a dark background.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates depth, with the bright red tablecloth and flowers standing out against the dark surroundings.
Context
The painting is associated with the artist's name, Ferdinand von Wright, and is located in Finland.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ferdinand von Wright (19 March 1822, Haminalahti, near Kuopio - 31 July 1906, Kuopio) was a Finnish painter (belonging to Swedish-speaking population of Finland) - He is best known for his landscapes and animal…
