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The Anger of Kallervo, from Kalevala edited and compiled by Elias Lonnrot
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The Anger of Kallervo, from Kalevala edited and compiled by Elias Lonnrot
CHT186289 The Anger of Kallervo, from Kalevala edited and compiled by Elias Lonnrot (1802-84) published in Finland, 1908 (colour litho) by Gallen-Kallela, Akseli Valdemar (1865-1931); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: his brothers wife, who had sent him to be a cowherd, baked a stone into his bread which broke his magic knife; in revenge he drove the cows in to the swamp; epic poem of life in the ancient far north; ); eArchives Charmet; Finnish, out of copyright
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The Anger of Kallervo - A Captivating Glimpse into Nordic Mythology
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. This striking print captures the essence of "The Anger of Kallervo" a powerful scene from the epic Finnish poem, Kalevala. Created by renowned artist Akseli Valdemar Gallen-Kallela in 1908, this colour lithograph transports us to the ancient far north, where heroes and legends abound. In this particular moment, we witness Kallervo's fury unleashed upon his brother's wife who had betrayed him. Sent away to be a lowly cowherd, he discovers a stone baked into his bread that shatters his enchanted knife. Consumed by rage and seeking revenge, he drives the cows relentlessly into the treacherous swamp. Gallen-Kallela masterfully brings forth every nuance of Kallervo's anger through vivid colors and intricate details. The hero's clenched fists and furrowed brow reveal an intense emotional turmoil as he confronts betrayal and injustice head-on. As we gaze at this image, it serves as a reminder of our own capacity for anger - one of the seven deadly sins. Through its portrayal of raw emotion and human frailty, "The Anger of Kallervo" invites contemplation on how unchecked rage can lead to destructive consequences. This remarkable piece not only showcases Gallen-Kallela's artistic brilliance but also offers us a glimpse into Nordic mythology with its rich tapestry of heroes and their
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