The Violin Player
1898
oil
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
1898
oil
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
This painting shows a woman playing the violin. She is wearing a white dress and has her hair pulled back. The background is dark, which makes the woman stand out. The woman is holding the violin up to her shoulder and has a bow in her right hand. Her face is turned slightly to the right, and her eyes are cast downward. The overall mood of the painting is quiet and contemplative. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this painting, you might want to look up Ellen Thesleff.