Artwork

Charentonin vanha mylly

Charentonin vanha mylly, by Per Åke Laurén, unspecified
Charentonin vanha mylly, by Per Åke Laurén, unspecified

Charentonin vanha mylly is an unspecified painting by Per Åke Laurén. It is held in the collection of the Finnish National Gallery.

About this work

Overview

Charentonin vanha mylly is a painting depicting a serene village scene with buildings nestled among trees.

Subject & Meaning

The scene features a cluster of white and brown buildings, a winding path, and leafy green trees, evoking a sense of a tranquil summer day.

Technique & Style

The painting is characterized by loose, expressive brushwork and thick, textured strokes, particularly in the trees, creating a lively, sketchy feel.

Context

The use of impasto, a technique involving thick paint application, adds to the painting's textured quality and dramatic effect.

Artist & collection

Artist

Per Åke Laurén

Per Åke Laurén painted quiet, luminous scenes of rural Finland in the mid-20th century, often leaving the brushwork loose and the edges soft.