Who painted Nuori ylimys?

Nuori ylimys was painted by Gustaf Lundberg.

Where can I see Nuori ylimys?

Nuori ylimys is held by Finnish National Gallery.

Artwork

Nuori ylimys

Gustaf Lundberg

Nuori ylimys is a drawing by Gustaf Lundberg. It is held in the collection of the Finnish National Gallery.

About this work

Overview

Nuori ylimys is a pastel drawing on paper that portrays a youthful male figure. The composition is modest, focusing on the sitter’s calm expression and period attire. The work’s muted palette and gentle rendering give it a tranquil presence, characteristic of intimate portraiture.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait presents a young man with a soft, contemplative face, dressed in clothing suggestive of an earlier era. The subdued demeanor and lack of overt symbolism invite viewers to consider the individual’s personal character rather than a narrative scene.

Technique & Style

Executed with pastel on paper, the artist employs delicate, layered strokes that produce a soothing tonal range. Subtle cross‑hatching and stippling enhance texture and depth while maintaining the work’s overall softness. The approach reflects a restrained, observational style.

Context

Pastel portraiture gained popularity in the 18th and 19th centuries for its immediacy and capacity to render fine flesh tones. Nuori ylimys aligns with this tradition, using the medium’s capacity for gentle coloration to convey intimacy and quiet refinement.

Artist & collection

Artist

Gustaf Lundberg

Gustaf Lundberg (17 August 1695 – 18 March 1786) was a Swedish rococo pastelist and portrait painter. He trained and worked in Paris and later was appointed court portrait painter in Stockholm.