Tvende fruentimmer, hvoraf den forreste holder en bog i sin hånd
1750
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1750
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This black-and-white photo shows two women standing close together. The woman in front holds a small book in her left hand, her right arm bent behind her back. The woman behind has her hand resting on the front woman’s shoulder. Both wear loose, flowing dresses with high necklines, and their faces are turned slightly toward each other. The lighting is soft, with shadows blending into the dark background, giving their faces a gentle glow. The photo looks old, with some fading and wear visible in the corners. Next, check out *chiaroscuro* to see how light and shadow create drama in art.
