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Birgitta (Brita) Johansdotter 1680-1763, maid, c18th century. Creator: Unknown
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Birgitta (Brita) Johansdotter 1680-1763, maid, c18th century. Creator: Unknown
Birgitta (Brita) Johansdotter 1680-1763, maid, c18th century
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This 18th century oil painting depicts Birgitta (Brita) Johansdotter, a maid from Sweden, in a full-length portrait. The painting, believed to have been created during the century, showcases Birgitta in her humble attire, sitting in a simple chair with a pipe in hand, indicative of her long hours of labor and perhaps a moment of respite. The room behind her is adorned with a worn shawl draped over the back of the chair, and the walls are adorned with peeling paint, reflecting the poverty and simplicity of her living conditions. Birgitta's clothing, consisting of a plain dress with a high neckline and long sleeves, is typical of the modest fashion of the time. Her hair is styled in a simple bun, and she wears no jewelry, further emphasizing her status as a servant. The painting also reveals her connection to the natural world, with a cat perched on the arm of the chair and a herring hanging from a hook on the wall, suggesting her proximity to aquatic life and the fishing industry. This poignant portrait, now housed in the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden, offers a glimpse into the life of an ordinary woman from the past. The use of oil on canvas pasted on board, with the back of the board covered with canvas, is a testament to the skill and artistry of the unknown artist who captured Birgitta's likeness and essence so beautifully.
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