Artwork

Näkymä Katajanokalta n:o 4

Näkymä Katajanokalta n:o 4, by Rudolf Åkerblom, 1897
Näkymä Katajanokalta n:o 4, by Rudolf Åkerblom, 1897

Näkymä Katajanokalta n:o 4 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

Näkymä Katajanokalta n:o 4 is a work by Rudolf Åkerblom, dated to around 1897. It is a sketch depicting a serene scene.

Subject & Meaning

The sketch shows a row of small wooden houses with grass-covered roofs on a grassy slope near a dirt path. The scene is characterized by its simplicity and tranquility, with a few rocks and plants scattered around.

Technique & Style

The drawing showcases attention to detail and everyday life. The artist's use of lines creates depth, a technique related to cross-hatching.

Artist & collection

Artist

Rudolf Åkerblom

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

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