Ingrid 

This is Theodor Severin Kittelsen's Ingrid. Though we don’t know the exact date it was made, Kittelsen was producing art in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Kittelsen’s work is deeply intertwined with Norwegian folklore and national identity. During this period in Norway, there was a strong push to define a unique cultural identity, separate from Danish and Swedish influences, which led artists to explore themes related to nature, mythology, and peasant life. In Ingrid, the central figure reclines in what seems to be a chair fashioned from natural materials. Kittelsen was interested in representing the stories of ordinary people and everyday life, often elevating them to the level of myth and legend. Ingrid, though perhaps a simple figure, resonates with a sense of timelessness and connection to the land. The figure's relaxed pose evokes a feeling of quiet contemplation and a close relationship with the natural world. The artwork's strength lies in its ability to evoke a sense of intimacy, inviting us to contemplate our own place within the larger narrative of nature, culture, and identity.