Winter Fishing in Front of Turku

Winter Fishing in Front of Turku is a painting by Robert Wilhelm Ekman, created in 1872. It depicts a winter scene on a frozen river, with a family—a man, woman, and child—engaged in ice fishing. The man sits on a sled-like structure, seemingly tending to fishing equipment. The woman stands nearby, and the child is also present. In the background, a snow-covered town, including what appears to be a large building (possibly a castle or church), is visible across the frozen river. The sky is overcast, with a muted palette of grays and browns dominating the scene. The overall mood is serene and somewhat melancholic. The painting measures 0.895 meters in width and 0.68 meters in height and is part of the Ateneum collection.