Artwork

Malli

Malli, by Henri Edmond Cross, unspecified, 1893
Malli, by Henri Edmond Cross, unspecified, 1893

Malli is an unspecified painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Henri Edmond Cross. It dates from 1893 and is held in the collection of the Finnish National Gallery.

About this work

Overview

Malli is a portrait painting by Henri Edmond Cross, created around 1893.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a woman seated on a chair, adjusting her shoe. She wears a simple, light-colored dress and has one foot bare, resting on the floor. The scene is set against a bright, blurred background suggesting sunlight filtering through a window.

Technique & Style

The work is characterized by thick, visible brushstrokes and bold, unblended colors, including blue, yellow, and green. This technique, known as impasto, gives the painting a textured appearance.

Artist & collection