Artwork
Sami Collecting Reindeer which have Been Shot
Sami Collecting Reindeer which have Been Shot is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Johan Tirén. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the Nationalmuseum.
About this work
Overview
Sami Collecting Reindeer which have Been Shot is a 1896 oil painting by Johan Tirén, a Swedish artist known for depicting rural life in Northern Sweden.
Subject & Meaning
The painting portrays a scene after a hunt, featuring Sámi people, reindeer, a dog, and a horse in a natural setting. A woman tends to a fallen reindeer, while men prepare to transport the animals, capturing a moment of interaction between people and animals.
Technique & Style
Tirén's attention to detail brings the scene to life, with realistic depictions of clothing and animals. The predominantly earthy color palette blends the figures into the surroundings, characteristic of the Impressionist movement.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Nationalmuseum's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Johan Tirén (12 October 1853, Själevad - 24 August 1911, Länna Parish, Uppland) was a Swedish painter who specialized in scenes of the rural life in Northern Sweden.
