Carl Johansson - View Over Häggvik, Nordingrå, 1917
Regular price €3.300Carl Johansson (1863-1944) Sweden
View Over Häggvik, Nordingrå, 1917
oil on wood panel
signed and dated Carl Johansson 1917-
unframed 38 x 53.5 cm
Essay:
Carl Johansson (1863–1944) was a Swedish painter renowned for his evocative landscapes, particularly those capturing the striking natural beauty of northern Sweden. His works reflect a masterful interplay of light, atmosphere, and color, influenced by both traditional landscape painting and the Impressionist movement.
This painting, View Over Häggvik, Nordingrå (1917), depicts a serene yet dramatic vista of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Höga Kusten (High Coast), an area distinguished by its unique post-glacial land uplift—the highest recorded in the world. The region’s dramatic cliffs, tranquil fjords, and vast skies provide an endless source of inspiration for artists, and Johansson masterfully translates this into his signature ultramarine-tinged palette.
View Over Häggvik, Nordingrå, 1974
Photo by Hilding Mickelsson (1919–2002)
Johansson’s artistic journey began with detailed, meticulously rendered landscapes, but his exposure to French Impressionism, particularly the works of Claude Monet and Camille Pissarro, led him toward a more expressive and light-filled approach. His later works, including this painting, demonstrate his characteristic use of cool, crisp tones and a harmonious interplay of light and shadow, capturing not just the physical landscape but also its atmospheric essence.
Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this work is a testament to Johansson’s dedication to his craft and his ability to convey the grandeur of Sweden’s northern landscapes. He was often referred to as Norrlandsmålaren (the painter of Norrland) for his lifelong commitment to portraying the region. Today, his paintings can be found in several prominent collections, including the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm.
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