Gallen-Kallela, Akseli: SANAN JA TUNTEEN VOIMALLA AKSELI GALLEN-KALLELAN KIRJEIT€ / A Self-Portrait in Words - The Letters of Akseli Gallen-Kallela. by Juha Ilvas ISBN 13: 9789515305381

Valtion taidemuseo, 1996. Hardcover. Very Good. 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. Some brown spotting to cover on spine. Ink inscription on first page. Finnish and English text.

Finland 1996. The publication of this book is a milestone, and an exceptional one at that: for the first time ever, the Central Art Archives has the pleasure of presenting its collection of Akseli Gallen-KallelaÕs letters, which up to now had remained the exclusive domain of scholars. These letters shed light on the process by which his art came into being, his influences, his goals and intentions, the conflict and tensions that affected his work. Akseli Gallen-Kallela (1865-1931) is one of FinlandÕs greatest artists, a master of Realism and Neo-Romanticism. These letters will let you peer into his very soul and heart., Finnish/ English, Year1996, Illust. B/W25, Illust. Color6, ISBN 9515305381, Code 2801. Clothbound, Not in perfect condition., Index. Bio. Pages 178, Size 10Óx 8Ó

Finnish National Gallery, 1996. Hardcover. Very Good. Cloth boards. Colour plates.