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Carl Gustaf Emil Mannerheim (1867-1951), 1929. Creator: Gallen-Kallela, Akseli (1865-1931)
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Carl Gustaf Emil Mannerheim (1867-1951), 1929. Creator: Gallen-Kallela, Akseli (1865-1931)
Carl Gustaf Emil Mannerheim (1867-1951), 1929. Found in the collection of the Gallen-Kallelan Museo
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Akseli 1865 1931 Finland Gallen Kallela Sanduine And Chalk On Paper
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Carl Gustaf Emil Mannerheim (1867-1951) was a prominent Finnish military and political leader, who played a significant role in Finland's struggle for independence from Russia. In this striking portrait by Finnish artist Akseli Gallen-Kallela (1865-1931), Mannerheim is depicted in military uniform, with a serious expression and piercing gaze. The portrait, created in 1929, is a testament to Mannerheim's strong leadership and unwavering commitment to Finland's sovereignty. Gallen-Kallela, a renowned Finnish painter and graphic artist, expertly captures the essence of Mannerheim's character through the use of sanduine and chalk on paper. The symbolic elements in the portrait, such as the swan-like insignia on Mannerheim's collar and the intricate patterns in the background, reflect the artist's interest in the symbolism movement. Mannerheim's military career began in the Russian army, but he became disillusioned with the Russian regime and joined the Finnish White Guard during the Finnish Civil War in 1918. He went on to serve as the Commander-in-Chief of the Finnish Defence Forces and later as the President of Finland from 1940 to 1944. This portrait of Mannerheim by Gallen-Kallela is a powerful representation of a pivotal figure in Finnish history. The artist's masterful use of technique and symbolism adds depth and complexity to the image, making it a valuable addition to the Gallen-Kallelan Museo's collection of Finnish art.
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