Anna Boberg - Bosco artico (Lofoten)
Regular price €7.500Anna Boberg, née Scholander (1864–1935) Sweden
"Bosco artico (Lofoten)” (Arctic Grove)
signed A. Boberg
charcoal and oil on canvas
unframed: 40 x 70 cm (15 3/4 x 27 1/2 in)
framed: 54 x 84 cm (21 1/4 x 33 1/8 in)
inscribed: “Berges et nuages se confona” (Shores and clouds by the border), by the artist in pencil on the stretcher
Provenance:
Fritzes Bokhandel, Stockholm
Exhibited:
Venice, Esposizione Internazionale d'Arte della Città di Venezia, 1924, Catalogue No. 1131 (lent by the artist)
Essay:
This exquisite painting, Bosco artico (Lofoten), exemplifies Anna Boberg’s profound connection to the striking landscapes of northern Norway. Painted during her extensive visits to the Lofoten archipelago, it captures the delicate interplay of Arctic light and rugged natural forms. The winding trees stand as silent sentinels against the dramatic backdrop of snow and icy waters, creating a composition that is both serene and dynamic.
Anna Boberg’s fascination with Lofoten began in 1901, when she travelled with her husband, architect Ferdinand Boberg, to northern Norway. Over the next three decades, Lofoten’s breathtaking nature and vivid light became the primary focus of her artistic practice. Despite facing initial criticism in Sweden, her depictions of Lofoten gained widespread acclaim in France, where they were celebrated for their emotive and atmospheric qualities.
This painting was featured in the prestigious Esposizione Internazionale d'Arte in Venice in 1924, underscoring Boberg’s international reputation as an artist. The work was later sold by the renowned Fritzes Bokhandel in Stockholm, a leading gallery at the time.
Anna Boberg’s life was as remarkable as her art. Born into an influential family, she was the daughter of Fredrik Wilhelm Scholander and granddaughter of Axel Nyström. Although she lacked formal training, her travels and innate talent propelled her into the artistic spotlight. Beyond painting, she designed textiles, collaborated with esteemed Swedish craftsmen, and contributed scenography for the opera Tirfing.
Today, Anna Boberg’s works remain a testament to her pioneering spirit and the power of Arctic landscapes to inspire awe and creativity.
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