Ester in the cottage 1907

"Ester in the Cottage" is a watercolor painting by the Swedish artist John Bauer from 1907. The artwork depicts a woman standing in front of a fireplace, with a bright blue mantelpiece and an orange-red fire. The soft, hazy brushstrokes and muted colors create a sense of intimacy and mystery, typical of Bauer's work. His art was often inspired by folklore and fairy tales, which contributes to the dreamy, fairytale-like quality of this painting. This work represents a captivating example of Bauer's distinctive style, which combined elements of symbolism, romanticism, and the fantastic.