International contemporary art platform16.11.1861–27.12.1932
Arvid Järnefelt
Arvid Järnefelt (November 16, 1861, Pulkovo – December 27, 1932, Helsinki) was a painter, writer, playwright, biographer, translator, and judge associated with realism and symbolism. He worked within the Russian Empire, the Grand Duchy of Finland, and Finland.
Biography
Arvid Järnefelt was born on November 16, 1861, in Pulkovo. Throughout his life, he was active within the Russian Empire, the Grand Duchy of Finland, and Finland. Järnefelt worked in several professions: he was a painter, writer, playwright, biographer, translator, and judge. His creative work reflects two main artistic directions—realism and symbolism—indicating the diversity of his artistic interests. Arvid Järnefelt died on December 27, 1932, in Helsinki. More information about the representatives of his noble family can be found in the article on the Järnefelt family.
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