Vihvelin, Arnold (1892-1962). Sleigh Wagon in Tallinn. (1910s)

This remarkable artwork, “Sleigh Wagon in Tallinn,” captures a timeless moment in the 1910s, skillfully rendered in charcoal on paper by the renowned Estonian artist, Arnold Vihvelin. Measuring 14.3 x 20.2 cm, the piece bears the initials P.A.Vihvelin in the lower right corner and on its reverse, signifying the artist’s personal touch. Arnold Vihvelin’s artistic journey began under P.Myunhhen in Tartu from 1906 to 1909, and later in St. Petersburg under the guidance of notable artists such as V. Mate’ and A.Rylov. His studies took him to Vienna as a grant-aided student. Over his illustrious career, Vihvelin showcased his works in a myriad of exhibitions across Estonia, Russia, Germany, and Finland.