Kylpijä is a 1913 by Venny Soldan-Brofeldt, held at Järvenpää Art Museum.
This photo shows a person bending over, wearing a red skirt and a light-colored top. Their hair is pulled back, and they’re holding what looks like a woven basket or cloth. The background is plain, focusing all attention on the figure’s posture and the fabric’s texture. The photo’s soft lighting hides sharp details, making the person’s face blend into the shadows. The red skirt stands out against the muted tones, drawing your eye to the way the fabric folds. Next, look up chiaroscuro to see how this lighting trick works in art.
Wendla Irene Soldan-Brofeldt, known as Venny (2 November 1863, Helsinki – 10 October 1945, Lohja) was a Finnish painter, illustrator, graphic artist, wood sculptor and jewelry designer.
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