Artwork

Savakko, Kivennapa

Savakko, Kivennapa, by Sigfrid August Keinänen, unspecified
Savakko, Kivennapa, by Sigfrid August Keinänen, unspecified

Savakko, Kivennapa is an unspecified painting by Sigfrid August Keinänen. It is held in the collection of the Finnish Heritage Agency. The painting depicts a seated woman holding a small object, dressed in traditional attire.

About this work

Overview

The painting depicts a seated woman holding a small object, dressed in traditional attire. The artist's name is visible in the top right corner.

Subject & Meaning

The woman wears a white cap with lace trim, a dark green jacket over a white blouse, and a red plaid skirt, set against a plain dark background that emphasizes her presence.

Technique & Style

The painting features soft, simple shapes and muted colors, with the red skirt being a notable exception. The brushwork is unadorned, focusing on subtle light and shadow.

Artist & collection

Artist

Sigfrid August Keinänen

This Finnish artist worked in metalwork and drawing in the late 1800s to early 1900s, focusing on scenes from everyday life and local landscapes.

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: Finnish Heritage Agency open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.