Interior. Artificial Light
1909
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1909
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Dominant colour
Interior. Artificial Light is a 1909 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This photo shows a dim, shadowy room with almost no light except for two small flames flickering on a table. The walls and furniture blend into the darkness, making the candles the only bright spot. Everything else is just deep blacks and grays, with no clear shapes or details. The artist used light and dark to create a strong contrast, focusing all attention on the candles. This kind of lighting was a common trick in older art to make certain parts stand out. Look up *chiaroscuro* to learn more about this technique.
