
1863–1936 · Finnish · 30 artworks
artist bio
Eero Järnefelt was a Finnish realist painter known for his landscapes and portraits, capturing the essence of Finnish nature and people. He played a significant role in shaping Finnish national identity through his art, particularly his depictions of the Koli National Park.
what you'll learn
Studying Järnefelt's work allows students to understand the principles of Realism, including accurate representation and attention to detail. Students can also learn about the cultural and nationalistic context of art, and how artists can contribute to shaping national identity.
related: Albert Edelfelt, Pekka Halonen, Akseli Gallen-Kallela

Ester Sihtola
1934

Kaislikkoranta

Lehmisavu

Kevättulva Tuusulanjärvellä

Iltausva Kolilla

Koli
1935

Jeesus Ja Aviorikoksesta Tavattu Nainen

Talvinen Merimaisema

Helsinki Cathedral

Summer Night Moon
1889

Metsälampi

Savusauna

Blommande Sommar
1918

Portrait of Jean Sibelius
1935

View from Koli
1923

Flickan Med Hunden
1910

Heinäkuun päivä
1891

Under the Yoke (Burning the Brushwood)
1893

Jeesus ja langennut nainen
1908

Kyläkuva Bretagnesta

French wine bar
1888

Bildnis Des Malers Gunnar Berndtson
1892

Self-portrait

Park View

Mäessä
1895

Symbolistinen Maisema

Kevättalven Aurinko

Syysmaisema Pielisjärveltäautumn Landscape of Lake Pielisjärvi

Syysmaisema Kolilta

Portrait of the Artist's Son