Silence, Helene Schjerfbeck, 1928

Helene Schjerfbeck is a renowned Finnish painter who continues to be an iconic figure in Modern art. As someone content with living away from the spotlight, her emotionally rich work reveals insight into her innermost world while still captivating viewers across centuries. From naturalism though to Expressionism, she led the way forward for 20th century artists and challenged them to channel their passion through unique portraiture and elegant experimentation - making her timelessly inspiring!