AN optical illusion of this woodland scene features a risqué hidden figure that might take a moment for some viewers to make out.

The surrealistic oil painting was crafted in 1991 and is believed to depict a character from Eastern Slavic mythology – but what does is mean?

At first glance, the piece appears to show a river bank that is surrounded by dense woodland and greenery.

However, if you look at the negative space between the tree trunks and branches, you may see a naked women.

According to Shupliak art, the female figure is believed to represent a mermaid called called Berehynia from the ancient Slavic religion.

Many followers believed that she was the spirit who protected rivers, reservoirs and lakes.

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If you see the female character it shows you have a good spirit and are a natural guardian.

Last week, we shared a tricky imaged on show Phaeno Science Center in Wolfsburg, Germany that also utilises the art of negative space.  

At first glance, the picture of what appears to be columns look as if they could be pieces for a giant chessboard.

However, if you look at the space between them, you might see figures resembling humans.

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At the tops of the columns, you might catch what looks to be the silhouette of the side of a person’s face.

If you keep looking down the columns, you might also see the shape of the “person’s” body as well.

“Simple but effective,” wrote a viewer, describing the columns. 

Another person said: "I don't see angels, I see geishas."

For those interested in illusion, one image could reveal whether you’re shy, confident or stubborn.

Another, tricky pic shared on TikTok could imply that you’re either impulsive or rational.

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