I was born a girl

The Right to Political Participation and Decision-Making – Tarja Halonen

 

Artist: Minna Pietarinen
Year: 2023
Medium: Acrylic on canvas
Dimensions: 100 × 150 cm (including frame)
 

Description (English):
The Right to Political Participation and Decision-Making – Tarja Halonen is a distinguished acrylic painting by Finnish artist Minna Pietarinen, created in 2023 as part of the internationally acclaimed I Was Born a Girl exhibition. The artwork portrays Tarja Halonen, the first female President of Finland and a long-standing advocate for equality, human rights, and social justice.

 

The painting highlights the universal human right to participate in political processes and decision-making, celebrating women’s leadership and representation at all levels of society. Its thoughtful composition reflects strength, integrity, and decades of work dedicated to inclusive governance.

 

This original piece has been featured in four exhibitions across three countries, and its replica has been displayed in more than twenty international exhibitions, underscoring its relevance and resonance with audiences worldwide.

 

Artwork Details

Technique & Materials:
Professional-grade acrylic paints on high-quality cotton canvas, fully hand-painted.

 

Frame Type:
Lightweight wooden stretcher frame included; artwork shipped rolled for secure international transport.

Inner Dimensions:
Image area approx. 100 × 150 cm; framed size corresponds to the same.

 

Condition:
Good overall, with minor signs of handling consistent with international touring exhibitions. No restorations or damage.

 

Provenance:
Directly from the artist, Minna Pietarinen; part of the I Was Born a Girl series initiated in Finland.

 

Publications:
Featured in I Was Born a Girl exhibition catalogues and international media coverage.

 

Shipping & Packaging

The artwork is professionally packed and shipped worldwide. The canvas will be rolled and placed in a reinforced mailing tube, with wooden stretcher bars included separately for reassembly. All packing materials are art-safe and suitable for long-distance transport.

 

Estimated shipping time: 7–14 days depending on destination.