Artwork
Woman in her Petticoat
Woman in her Petticoat is an oil painting by the Symbolist artist Magnus Enckell. It dates from 1912 and is held in the collection of the Finnish National Gallery.
About this work
Overview
Woman in her Petticoat is a 1912 oil painting by Finnish symbolist artist Magnus Enckell. It is part of the Ateneum collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a seated woman wearing a petticoat, holding a small object, possibly a book or letter. Her blurred face and partially obscured body convey a sense of quiet contemplation.
Technique & Style
Enckell's use of chiaroscuro creates depth, drawing attention to the woman's face and hands. The warm orange background and brighter colors reflect his association with the colorist Septem group.
History & Provenance
Created in 1912, the painting represents Enckell's symbolist period, marking a shift towards a more vibrant palette.
Artist & collection
Artist
Knut Magnus Enckell (9 November 1870 – 27 November 1925) was a Finnish symbolist painter.
