Akseli Gallen-Kallela
By: Marja Lahelma ; [translation, Finnish-English, Silja Kudel]
Contributors: Gallen-Kallela, Akseli, 1865-1931; Kudel, Silja
Series: Artists of the Ateneum; Ateneum publications -- v. 110; Ateneumin julkaisut -- no. 110.
Publisher: Ateneum Art Museum
Published: 2018
Place of publication: Helsinki
Language: eng
Number of pages: 95
ISBN-13: 9789527067734
Subjects: Criticism and interpretation
Work titles: Akseli Gallen-Kallela
Description: Akseli Gallen-Kallela is one of Finland's most famous artists. His art is thought to reflect the essence of the Finnish national character, but his sources were modern and international. Marja Lahelma leads the reader on a journey through the intriguing life of Gallen-Kallela, offering a wide array of perspectives on his art. Akseli Gallen-Kallela. (1865-1931) was a highly original and prolific artist. He is best known for his Kalevala motifs, which depict universal aspects of the Finnish national epic. With sights set on an international career, the young and talented Gallen-Kallela enjoyed a cosmopolitan, bohemian lifestyle in the company of a wide circle of artist friends. The Ateneum Art Museum forms part of the Finnish National Gallery, which has over 450 works by Gallen-Kallela in its art collections as well as the artist's letters and other material in its archive collections.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.