Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Helene Schjerfbeck (1862-1946)
Probably the most famous female painter of her age,
she is known for her self-portraits, which reflect the situation of Finnish women more than
100 years ago. Considered Finland's greatest artist by many contemporary observers.
Hugo Simberg (1873-1917)
Most famous for his haunting work in Tampere's cathed-
ral, which employs his characteristic folk symbolism. Unusual and well worth investigat-
ing. Also well represented in Helsinki's Ateneum.
Ville Vallgren (1855-1940)
A notable golden age sculptor, Vallgren is most famous for
creating the Havis Amanda statue in Helsinki.
von Wright, Magnus (1805-68), Wilhelm (1810-87) and Ferdinand (1822-1902)
The brothers von Wright are considered the first Finnish painters of the golden age, most
famous for their paintings of birds. They worked in their home near Kuopio and in Porvoo.
Victor Westerholm (1860-1919)
Most famous for his large Åland landscapes. He had
his summer studio in Önningeby, but there are landscapes from other locations too.
Emil Wickström (1864-1942)
Was to sculpture what Gallen-Kallela was to painting,
and sculpted the memorial to Elias Lönnrot in Helsinki. Many of his works are at his stu-
dio in Visavuori.
