Akseli Gallen-Kallela
Finnish painter and muralist
Born
April 26th, 1865
160 years ago
Died
March 7th, 1931
94 years ago — 65 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Finland
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An artist active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, created works inspired by Finnish mythology and nature. He gained recognition for contributions to the national identity of Finland through art. Gallen-Kallela participated in the 1900 Exposition Universelle in Paris, which solidified his reputation in Europe. His work often featured themes from the Kalevala, Finland's national epic. He also designed the mural for the Finnish Pavilion at the 1905 World Exposition in Liège, Belgium, showcasing Finnish culture.
Painted major works like 'The Defense of the Sampo'
Created illustrations for the Kalevala
Designed murals for the Finnish Pavilion in 1905
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