Tove Jansson (Finnish, 1914-2001)

 

View from a Balcony (1961)
oil on canvas 92 x 73 cm

Tove Jansson was a Finnish artist, writer, and illustrator who was born in 1914 and died in 2001. She is best known for creating the Moomin series of children's books, which have been translated into over 50 languages and have become popular around the world. Jansson was also a painter and graphic artist, and her work has been exhibited in galleries and museums in Finland and abroad. In addition to her work as an artist and writer, Jansson was also involved in the art world as a teacher and critic. She is considered one of the most important figures in Finnish literature and art, and her work has had a significant impact on children's literature and culture.