Artwork

Flower Girl

Flower Girl, by Ellen Thesleff, 1925
Flower Girl, by Ellen Thesleff, 1925

Flower Girl is a print by Ellen Thesleff. It dates from 1925 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Flower Girl is a 1925 print by Ellen Thesleff, a Finnish artist known for her modernist and expressionist work.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a young girl holding a bouquet of flowers, a simple yet evocative subject that reflects Thesleff's ability to find significance in everyday scenes.

Technique & Style

Thesleff's modernist approach is evident in the print's style, which showcases her experimentation with form and representation.

History & Provenance

Born in 1869, Thesleff trained in Helsinki and Paris, and spent most of her life in Finland, engaging with various artistic circles throughout her career.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Ellen Thesleff

Artist

Ellen Thesleff

Ellen Thesleff (5 October 1869 – 12 January 1954) was a Finnish expressionist painter, regarded as one of the leading Finnish modernist painters.

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