Wäinö Waldemar Aaltonen (1894 - 1966)

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Wäinö Waldemar Aaltonen

Wäinö Waldemar Aaltonen was a Finnish artist and sculptor, celebrated for his contributions to the cultural landscape of Finland, particularly during the early years of the nation's independence. Born in 1894, Aaltonen's works are distinguished by their nationalist themes and monumental scale, often reflecting the spirit and identity of Finland. His artistic journey was notably influenced by a trip to Italy in 1923, where he encountered cubist and futurist art, elements of which he integrated into his own work.

Aaltonen's sculptures are key features in Finland's public spaces, including the well-known statues in the House of Parliament and numerous works in Turku, such as the "Lily of Turku" and a statue of the runner Paavo Nurmi. His mastery is also showcased at the Wäinö Aaltonen Museum of Art in Turku, which houses a significant collection of his sculptures, paintings, and drawings. This museum not only celebrates his legacy but also serves as a central repository for his extensive works, donated by Aaltonen himself.

For those interested in exploring Aaltonen's work and the impact of Finnish sculpture, a visit to the Wäinö Aaltonen Museum of Art is invaluable. The museum provides a comprehensive view of his artistic evolution and contributions to Finnish art. For updates on exhibitions and events related to Wäinö Aaltonen, consider signing up for notifications through the museum's mailing list, ensuring you stay informed about new insights and offerings related to this pivotal artist​.

Date and place of birt:8 march 1894, Marttila, Grand Duchy of Finland
Date and place of death:30 may 1966, Helsinki, Finland
Nationality:Finland, Russian Empire, Grand Duchy of Finland
Period of activity: XX century
Specialization:Landscape painter, Monumentalist, Painter, Sculptor
Genre:Allegory, Portrait sculpture, Landscape painting, Portrait
Art style:Art Deco, Cubism, Expressionism, Modern art, Realism, Futurism

Creators Finland

Aleksandr Aleksandrovich Kiselev (1838 - 1911)
Aleksandr Aleksandrovich Kiselev
1838 - 1911
Ilya Jefimovitsch Repin (1844 - 1930)
Ilya Jefimovitsch Repin
1844 - 1930
Alvar Aalto (1898 - 1976)
Alvar Aalto
1898 - 1976
 Helene Schjerfbeckin (1862 - 1946)
Helene Schjerfbeckin
1862 - 1946
Raimo Veranen (1942 - 2011)
Raimo Veranen
1942 - 2011
Esko Männikkö (1959)
Esko Männikkö
1959
Octav Benchile (1872 - 1944)
Octav Benchile
1872 - 1944
Peter Clodt von Jürgensburg (1805 - 1867)
Peter Clodt von Jürgensburg
1805 - 1867
Alexander Barkoff (1870 - 1944)
Alexander Barkoff
1870 - 1944
August Leopold Soldan (1870 - 1942)
August Leopold Soldan
1870 - 1942
Albert Gebhard (1869 - 1937)
Albert Gebhard
1869 - 1937
Akseli Gallen-Kallela (1865 - 1931)
Akseli Gallen-Kallela
1865 - 1931
Robert Lucander (1962)
Robert Lucander
1962
Emilia Appelgren (1840 - 1935)
Emilia Appelgren
1840 - 1935
Gunnar Berndtson (1854 - 1895)
Gunnar Berndtson
1854 - 1895
Nikolai Nikolaevich Sapunov (1880 - 1912)
Nikolai Nikolaevich Sapunov
1880 - 1912

Creators Art Deco

Vadim Alexeyevich Gorbatov (1940)
Vadim Alexeyevich Gorbatov
1940
Eduardo Cano de la Pena (1823 - 1897)
Eduardo Cano de la Pena
1823 - 1897
Gaetano Piattoli (1703 - 1774)
Gaetano Piattoli
1703 - 1774
Pierre Brissaud (1885 - 1964)
Pierre Brissaud
1885 - 1964
Eugeny Ignatyevich Konopatzky (1887 - 1962)
Eugeny Ignatyevich Konopatzky
1887 - 1962
Evgenia Arkadyevna Vdovicheva (1937 - 2023)
Evgenia Arkadyevna Vdovicheva
1937 - 2023
Alois Bubak (1824 - 1870)
Alois Bubak
1824 - 1870
Paul Alfred Schroeter (Schröter) (1866 - 1946)
Paul Alfred Schroeter (Schröter)
1866 - 1946
Robert Alott (1850 - 1910)
Robert Alott
1850 - 1910
Heinz Glüsing (1920 - 2013)
Heinz Glüsing
1920 - 2013
Ilya Ivanovich Mashkov (1881 - 1944)
Ilya Ivanovich Mashkov
1881 - 1944
Margaret Bourke-White (1904 - 1971)
Margaret Bourke-White
1904 - 1971
Chafic Abboud (1926 - 2004)
Chafic Abboud
1926 - 2004
Georges Gimel (1898 - 1962)
Georges Gimel
1898 - 1962
Walter Mafli (1915 - 2017)
Walter Mafli
1915 - 2017
Ulrich Beier (1928 - 1981)
Ulrich Beier
1928 - 1981
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