Brita as Iduna (Iðunn), lithography, title page for the christmas edition of Idun, 1901 1901

Carl Larsson's "Brita as Iduna (Iðunn)" is a charming lithograph created for the Christmas edition of Idun magazine in 1901. Larsson's signature style, characterized by naturalism and warm colors, shines through in this depiction of a young girl in a red dress holding a basket of apples and lit candles. The image evokes a sense of Scandinavian folklore and celebrates the Christmas season with its imagery of tradition and joy. This piece, with its focus on everyday life and simple beauty, exemplifies Larsson's ability to capture the essence of domesticity and the joy of childhood.