Ilmarinen ploughing the Viper-field and The Defense of the Sampo 1928
akseligallenkallela
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"Ilmarinen ploughing the Viper-field and The Defense of the Sampo" (1928) is a mural by Finnish artist Akseli Gallen-Kallela. The work depicts scenes from the Finnish epic poem, the Kalevala. The left panel depicts the mythical hero Ilmarinen plowing a field, while the right panel shows a battle scene where men defend the mystical object, the Sampo. Gallen-Kallela, known for his vibrant colors and strong compositions, utilizes these elements to bring these epic tales to life. The mural is a testament to Finnish mythology and artistic expression.
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