Marie von Heiroth
1904
oil
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
1904
oil
From the collection of Finnish National Gallery
The painting features a woman with short, curly blonde hair, wearing a blue and white striped blouse with a high collar and a white ruffled front. Her right hand is raised to her cheek, and she is seated in a chair with a white cushion adorned with a butterfly design. The background is a warm yellow wall with a framed picture hanging on it. The woman's gaze is directed at the viewer, and her expression is contemplative. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of intimacy and quiet reflection. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, you might want to look up Hugo Simberg.