The city, however, did not want any controversial subjects depicted in these murals.

A high proportion depicts secular subjects, more than is typical with artists of the period.

Almost all his known paintings depict animals, hunting scenes or related subjects.

It was also common to see Christian subjects depicted in the complex weaves of the fabric.

Most have a painting on each side, usually depicting different subjects, and the name and number of the lodge.

Artists were given artistic freedom and encouraged to depict subjects in their own individual styles.

He depicted ordinary subjects in a simple and delicate way which could be enjoyed by many people regardless of age or gender.

Although there are a few abstract works, most depict outdoor subjects that the medium can best celebrate.

Yet the ones in this exhibition, mostly depicting subjects of nature, are interesting in two ways.

During his artistic career, which lasted more than 50 years, he repeatedly depicted subjects from the Kalevala.