Artwork

Adressi Anatole Francelle

Adressi Anatole Francelle, by Albert Edelfelt, unspecified, 1889
Adressi Anatole Francelle, by Albert Edelfelt, unspecified, 1889

Adressi Anatole Francelle is an unspecified work on paper by the Realist artist Albert Edelfelt. It dates from 1889 and is held in the collection of the Finnish National Gallery.

About this work

Overview

Adressi Anatole Francelle is a portrait created by Albert Edelfelt around 1889, executed in gouache on paper.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a woman, Adressi Anatole Francelle, dressed in old-fashioned attire. Her calm and serene facial expression is the central focus of the work, though little is known about her significance or the context of the portrait.

Technique & Style

Edelfelt's use of gouache on paper is notable for its departure from more conventional mediums. The technique allows for a detailed and intimate portrayal of the subject.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Albert Edelfelt

Artist

Albert Edelfelt

Albert Gustaf Aristides Edelfelt (21 July 1854 – 18 August 1905) was a Finnish painter noted for his naturalistic style and Realist approach to art.