From Suursaari Island 1902

Magnus Enckell painted this view from Suursaari Island in 1902, it seems, with oils on canvas, capturing a scene that feels both immediate and timeless. There's a kind of breezy, open quality to the brushwork, especially in the way he renders the waves – these loose, gestural strokes of white and pale green, give you a real sense of movement. You can almost feel the spray on your face, right? The paint seems thinly applied in areas, almost like watercolor, which makes the surface feel really alive. Look at the way Enckell uses color to define the horizon line, a soft blend of grays and browns that grounds the whole composition. It's a subtle detail, but it speaks to the way artists like Enckell were thinking about color not just as representation, but as a way to create mood and atmosphere. Reminds me a little of Whistler, actually. And, like Whistler, it's less about what you see, more about how you feel. It's a quiet piece, but powerful too.