Artwork
Maggie istuu, luonnos
Maggie istuu, luonnos is a photography by Venny Soldan-Brofeldt. It dates from 1913 and is held in the collection of the Järvenpää Art Museum.
About this work
Overview
Created around 1913, “Maggie istuu, luonnos” is a sketch by Finnish artist Venny Soldan‑Brofeldt. Executed in a rapid, gestural manner, the work captures a seated figure in a moment of quiet repose, rendered with minimal background detail.
Subject & Meaning
The composition depicts a woman seated on a wooden chair, turned slightly to the side. She sits with crossed legs, draped in a loose garment and a head covering, suggesting a modest, perhaps domestic, setting. The sparse backdrop emphasizes the figure’s presence over any narrative context.
Technique & Style
Soldan‑Brofeldt employed loose, swift brushstrokes typical of a study, allowing areas of the surface to remain unfinished. The emphasis lies on overall shape and form rather than fine detail, creating a sense of immediacy and movement within the static pose.
History & Provenance
The sketch dates to the early 1910s, a period when Soldan‑Brofeldt was active in Finland’s artistic circles. Its provenance traces back to the artist’s personal studio, though further ownership details remain undocumented.
Artist & collection
Artist
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.
