Pekka Halonen
1865–1933 · Finnish · 30 artworks
RealismNational RomanticismRealist depiction of landscapesUse of light and shadow to create atmosphereDepiction of Finnish rural lifeWinter landscapesAttention to detail in natural elements
artist bio
Pekka Halonen was a Finnish painter known for his Realist depictions of Finnish landscapes and rural life. He played a significant role in the Finnish national romantic art movement, capturing the essence of Finnish identity through his art.
what you'll learn
Studying Halonen's work allows students to understand the techniques of Realist landscape painting and the use of art to express national identity and cultural values. Students can also learn about capturing light and atmosphere in winter scenes.
related: Akseli Gallen-Kallela
30 artworks
Lemminkäisen Lähtö Saaresta
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Syksyisiä Haapoja
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The Rowan
1892
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In the sauna
1925
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Dag I Mars
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Talvimaisemawinter Landscape
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Vinterlandskap Från Myllykylä
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Tukkinuotiolla
1893
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Autumn Landscape
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Washing on the Ice
1900
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Vinterlandskap
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Going to Church.
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Akseli Gallen-kallelan 50-vuotispäivien Jälkeinen Taiteilijajuhla
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Children Playing in the Yard
1909
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Veneentervaaja Ii
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Vainolaista Vastaan
1896
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Self-portrait
1906
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Boy on the Shore
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Tuonen Lehto
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Måltiden
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Tyttö Rannalla
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Juhani Siljo
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Carrying Water
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The Short Cut
1892
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The Kantele Player
1892
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Väinämöisen soitto
1897
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Tomater
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Summer Idyll
1931
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The Violinist
1900
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Neiet niemien nenissä
1893
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