The Race by Tyko Sallinen. An expressionist oil painting featuring two horses, one light and one dark, in mid-gallop across a rugged, wintry landscape with dark evergreen trees.

The Race

Tyko Sallinen

1917 · Oil Paint, Canvas

Experience the raw energy and movement of the Finnish landscape in this bold expressionist study of horses in motion.

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Where it works

A bold work with active energy with warm, lived-in color — anchors the wall with steady presence.

Often works in
Living Room · Library · Office
Placement
Strongest on wider walls where it can anchor the room
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Soft gray, Charcoal black

About the piece

Painted in 1917, 'The Race' by Tyko Sallinen captures the visceral power of movement through thick, energetic brushstrokes and a somber, atmospheric palette. As a leading figure in Finnish Expressionism, Sallinen brings a modern, rugged intensity to the traditional equestrian subject. The visible texture of the impasto and natural aging of the canvas add a sense of historical presence and tactile depth to the piece.