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Curatorial Narrative The Artist’s Sister Berta In A Rowing Boat, Study by Albert Edelfelt is an exemplary work of Impressionist painting from 1879. At this juncture in the artist’s oeuvre, Edelfelt is exhibiting a nuanced understanding of atmospheric perspective and spatial depth, as seen in his depiction of the rowing boat navigating the misty waters. By employing impasto brushwork, he creates a textured surface that not only engages the viewer but also imbues the scene with an almost palpable sense of tactile reality. As we enlarge The Artist’s Sister Berta In A Rowing Boat, Study to 63×44 inches, its chromatic structure becomes increasingly evident. Earthy tones and muted greens provide a subtle backdrop for the figure of Berta, while blues and whites serve as accents that subtly punctuate the atmospheric weight of the scene. The minimalist composition, replete with negative space, allows the viewer’s eye to traverse the spatia