Artwork

Korkeavuorenkatu 39

Korkeavuorenkatu 39, by Rudolf Åkerblom, 1897
Korkeavuorenkatu 39, by Rudolf Åkerblom, 1897

Korkeavuorenkatu 39 is a drawing by Rudolf Åkerblom. It dates from 1897 and is held in the collection of the Helsinki City Museum.

About this work

Overview

Korkeavuorenkatu 39 is a drawing created by Rudolf Åkerblom around 1897.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a serene street scene with weathered wooden houses, featuring cobblestone ground, a bare tree, and everyday details like drying clothes and a ladder.

Technique & Style

Åkerblom employed fine lines to convey texture and shading, using techniques such as cross-hatching to create depth in the scene.

Artist & collection

Artist

Rudolf Åkerblom

Rudolf Åkerblom (1849–1925) was an artist, born in Helsinki.

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