Homework by Lamp Light 1890

"Homework by Lamp Light" (1890) by Norwegian artist Harriet Backer depicts a young woman seated at a table, illuminated by a lamp. The painting is a study of light and shadow, with the lamp's glow casting a warm and intimate light across the room. The woman's figure is shrouded in darkness, creating a sense of solitude and introspection. Backer's meticulous attention to detail and her realistic approach to portraying everyday life are evident in the painting, which captures a quiet and intimate moment of domesticity. The piece is representative of her focus on depicting interior scenes and the lives of women during the late 19th century.