Fru Dax Finsen, f. Fiedler
1850
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1850
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Dominant colour
Fru Dax Finsen, f. Fiedler is a 1850 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This black-and-white portrait shows a young person in profile, looking slightly downward. They’re wearing a dark jacket with a white collar and a bow tie pinned with a flower. The background is plain and dark, keeping all focus on their face and shoulders. The flower on the lapel is a small but clear detail—it stands out against the dark fabric. This photo looks like it might be old, but the exact date isn’t clear. Next, check out *chiaroscuro* to see how light and shadow create dramatic effects in art.