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

Robert Lucander (1962)
Robert Lucander
1962
Nikolai Nikolaevich Sapunov (1880 - 1912)
Nikolai Nikolaevich Sapunov
1880 - 1912
Totte Mannes (1933)
Totte Mannes
1933
Raimo Veranen (1942 - 2011)
Raimo Veranen
1942 - 2011
Henrik Wigström (1862 - 1923)
Henrik Wigström
1862 - 1923
 Helene Schjerfbeckin (1862 - 1946)
Helene Schjerfbeckin
1862 - 1946
Eugen Taube (1860 - 1913)
Eugen Taube
1860 - 1913
August Frederik Hollming (1854 - 1915)
August Frederik Hollming
1854 - 1915
Sulo Juntunen (1915 - 1980)
Sulo Juntunen
1915 - 1980
Johan Victor Aarne (1863 - 1934)
Johan Victor Aarne
1863 - 1934
Octav Benchile (1872 - 1944)
Octav Benchile
1872 - 1944
Alvar Aalto (1898 - 1976)
Alvar Aalto
1898 - 1976
Toivo Vasilievich Ryannel (1921 - 2012)
Toivo Vasilievich Ryannel
1921 - 2012
Reidar Syaresteniemi (1925 - 1981)
Reidar Syaresteniemi
1925 - 1981
Alfred William Finch (1854 - 1930)
Alfred William Finch
1854 - 1930
Venny Soldan-Brufeldt (1863 - 1945)
Venny Soldan-Brufeldt
1863 - 1945

Creators Art Deco

Sliman Mansour (1947)
Sliman Mansour
1947
Evelyn Waugh (1903 - 1966)
Evelyn Waugh
1903 - 1966
Herbert Boeckl (1894 - 1966)
Herbert Boeckl
1894 - 1966
Karl Blossfeldt (1865 - 1932)
Karl Blossfeldt
1865 - 1932
Antonin Ivanovich Soungouroff (1894 - 1976)
Antonin Ivanovich Soungouroff
1894 - 1976
Dorothea Maetzel-Johannsen (1886 - 1930)
Dorothea Maetzel-Johannsen
1886 - 1930
Eduard Kaempffer (1859 - 1926)
Eduard Kaempffer
1859 - 1926
Adolf Eberle (1843 - 1914)
Adolf Eberle
1843 - 1914
Morgan Russell (1886 - 1953)
Morgan Russell
1886 - 1953
Vincent De Vos (1829 - 1875)
Vincent De Vos
1829 - 1875
Alison Van Pelt (1963)
Alison Van Pelt
1963
Ivan Grazianovich Dombrovsky (1886 - 1961)
Ivan Grazianovich Dombrovsky
1886 - 1961
Elena Liessner-Blomberg (1897 - 1978)
Elena Liessner-Blomberg
1897 - 1978
Romeo Borgognoni (1875 - 1944)
Romeo Borgognoni
1875 - 1944
James Clarke Hook (1819 - 1907)
James Clarke Hook
1819 - 1907
Heinrich Faltermeier (1909 - 1999)
Heinrich Faltermeier
1909 - 1999
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