The Princess picking Lice from the Troll by Theodor Kittelsen. A princess in a pale blue gown sits in silhouette against a glowing hearth, her hands buried in the thick, dark fur of a massive troll resting its head in her lap.

The Princess picking Lice from the Troll

Theodor Kittelsen

1900 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A captivating scene of Norwegian folklore depicting a princess and a troll in a moment of quiet, shadowy intimacy.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with steady character in a warmer tonal register — gives the room a clear visual center.

Often works in
Library · Study · Living Room
Placement
Works well when the wall can carry a broader statement
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Charcoal black, Rich brown

About the piece

Painted around 1900 by the renowned Norwegian artist Theodor Kittelsen, this work masterfully captures a moment from traditional folklore with dramatic chiaroscuro. A princess is shown in silhouette against the warm glow of a hearth as she tends to a massive, shaggy troll, creating a striking contrast between delicate human grace and monstrous form. The piece is a quintessential example of Kittelsen's ability to blend the mystical with the atmospheric.

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