Portræt af en ung pige
1829
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1829
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This is a black-and-white portrait of a young woman. She’s turned slightly away, her head tilted down. Her hair is pulled back into a tight bun, and she wears a high-necked dress with lace ruffles at the collar and cuffs. The background is plain and dark, keeping all focus on her. The soft lighting and shadows on her face create a gentle contrast. This style was common in early photography, where lighting played a big role in shaping the look. Next, check out *chiaroscuro* to see how artists used light and shadow like this.
