Artwork

Kaisaniemenlahti, keskeneräinen teos

Kaisaniemenlahti, keskeneräinen teos, by Magnus von Wright
Kaisaniemenlahti, keskeneräinen teos, by Magnus von Wright

Kaisaniemenlahti, keskeneräinen teos is a drawing by Magnus von Wright. It is held in the collection of the Helsinki City Museum.

About this work

Overview

Kaisaniemenlahti, keskeneräinen teos is an unfinished drawing depicting a serene lake scene with figures and a small dock.

Subject & Meaning

The scene features people near the water's edge, a wooden dock with a boat, and a shoreline with buildings and trees, evoking a sense of tranquility.

Technique & Style

The artist employed light pencil strokes and cross-hatching to convey texture and movement, leaving some areas sketchy while detailing others.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Magnus von Wright

Artist

Magnus von Wright

Magnus von Wright (13 June 1805 – 5 July 1868) was a Finnish painter and educator. In addition to bird illustrations, he was also known for his landscapes. He was one of the four sibling von Wright artists.

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