LANDSCAPES

Fritz Lindström (1874-1962) Sweden

French Landscape, c.1899

canvas dimensions 34 x 43 cm
with frame 44 x 53 cm
signed back on the canvas stretcher 
hand-made frame by Christer Björkman

Provenance: 
A private collection Värmand. 

Fritz Lindström was a prominent Swedish artist who was a member of the Rackstad group. Lindström began his career as an apprentice in decorative painting under Carl Grabow, where he first met Björn Ahlgrensson. He later attended the Konstnärsförbundets school in Stockholm under Richard Bergh from 1892 to 1896. Lindström also studied at the Valand Art School in Gothenburg under Carl Larsson from 1894 to 1895, and later spent time studying in Copenhagen and Paris from 1897 to 1899.

One of Lindström's early stunning paintings is our painting "French Landscape, c. 1899”. This beautiful painting captures a stunning sunrise, with a field reflecting in shades of blue, purple, and brown. A hill with trees rises up behind the field, and the sun rises behind the hill, casting a warm golden light over the entire scene. The sky is a riot of colours, from oranges and purple to bright yellows and pinks, creating a sense of energy and vitality that is truly breathtaking.

In 1900, Lindström returned to Sweden from France and was drawn to Värmland by his friend and brother-in-law Björn Ahlgrensson. In 1903, Lindström became a member of the Rackstad group, also known as the Racken group or Rackstad colony. Like many artists of his time, Lindström was inspired by the idea of the countryside as an ideal setting for artistic and spiritual work, and he remained loyal to this dream for over fifty years while living and working at Lake Racken.

Throughout his artistic career, Lindström was particularly interested in the difficult art of human studies. Although he struggled financially and initially had difficulty selling his paintings, his portraits quickly gained recognition for their finely composed structures and intimate character studies. As his reputation grew, Lindström's landscapes became increasingly popular, especially after a chance encounter with the chief of the National Museum, who was visiting Arvika to inaugurate an exhibition and was struck by Lindström's paintings.

This painting is a perfect example of Lindström's mastery of color and composition, as well as his ability to capture the essence of a moment and convey its emotional impact in vivid detail. It is a work of art that truly deserves to be treasured and appreciated for generations to come.

 

 

 

Louis Sparre (1863-1964) Swedish

Swedish Landscape, Likely from Gotland

oil on board
signed and dated L.Sparre 25
painted 1925

Provenance: 
A Swedish private collection.

Louis Sparre (1863-1964) was a Swedish artist known for his landscapes, portraits, and watercolours. 

In 1881 Sparre moved to Paris to study at the Académie Julian. During his time in Paris, he was greatly influenced by the Impressionists and Post-Impressionists, and his style became looser and more expressive.

In the 1890s, Sparre moved to Stockholm, where he established himself as a successful artist. He became known for his landscapes, which often featured dramatic skies and expressive brushstrokes.

One of Sparre's captivating works that we are proud to offer is a small landscape painting, likely depicting a scene from the island of Gotland. The painting features a peaceful cow pasture with a village and a church in the background. The dramatic sky with its swirling clouds gives the painting a sense of movement and energy, while the peaceful scene of the cow pasture and village creates a sense of tranquility and calm. 

The painting was completed in 1925, showcasing Sparre's refined style that was honed through years of experience and dedication.

Sparre was a close friend of Akseli Gallen-Kallela and the two artists collaborated on several projects, including designing the Finnish Pavilion at the 1900 Paris Exposition. He also had a close relationship with Anders Zorn.

This painting is a rare and precious example of Sparre's work, and it would make an excellent addition to any art collection. Its small size makes it perfect for displaying in a variety of settings, from a cozy living room to a sophisticated office. Its beauty and expressiveness are sure to capture the hearts of all who see it.

Alfred Ekstam (1878-1935) Mangskog, Sweden

Front: Art Nouveau Landscape
Back: Winter Landscape, Tobyn, Knaggen?

reversible oak frame by Christer Björkman. 
frame dimensions 84 x 100 cm

Provenance: 
Anna och Edward Karlsson, Mangskog

Alfred Ekstam, a renowned artist from Mangskog, Sweden, is known for his exquisite landscape paintings. We are excited to present this painting by Ekstam, which is extra special because it is painted on both sides, offering two beautiful landscapes in one, with a reversible frame that can be turned over without having to take it down from the wall.

On one side, you will be mesmerized by a stunning  Art Nouveau landscape with a purple tone, featuring a mountain in the background, a lake, and trees in the foreground with shades of yellow, red, and green. On the other side, you will see a winter landscape with five red houses, likely to be Ekstam's own farm in Knaggen. The winter scene showcases sun rays shining down on the houses, with a white and green tone.

Ekstam was known for his self-criticism, he took a long time to complete his paintings and he preferred to keep his beautiful creations for himself, resulting in the creation of only around 50 landscape paintings in total.

Ekstam's artistic talent was honed during his time in Rackstadkolonin, a colony of artists who gathered in the early 1900s in Värmland, Sweden. He was trained by the famous Swedish painter Gustaf Fjaestad. Ekstam's works are known for their ability to capture the beauty of nature with incredible detail and precision.

In summary, Alfred Ekstam's painting of an Art Nouveau Landscape on one side and a winter landscape with five red houses on the other is an extraordinary piece of art that captures the beauty of nature with intricate details. With its unique double-sided feature, it is sure to be a conversation starter and a prized possession for any art lover. Don't miss out on the chance to own this stunning piece by one of Sweden's most talented Värmland painters.

HENRIC ANKARCRONA (1831-1917) SWEDEN

LANDSCAPE FROM THE ROMAN CAMPAGNA, WITH RUINS IN THE DISTANCE

oil on paper 
signed with monogram HA
25 x 30 cm
c. 1879

Provenance: 
A Swedish private collection

 

GERDA WEGENER (1886-1940) DANISH

ROMANTIC SCENE WITH ELEGANT WOMEN

watercolor and indian inc
signed Gerda Wegener
Sheet size 34×27 cm.

Gerda Wegener was a Danish artist who gained significant recognition in the early 20th century for her exceptional artistry and unique style. She was particularly known for her stunning portraits of elegant women and her bold exploration of gender and sexuality in her art.

"Romantic scene with elegant women," which features three impeccably dressed women and two naked women - one standing in front of a sculpture and the other kneeling, perhaps in tears. This painting is a striking example of Wegener's skillful use of color and her ability to capture the emotional complexity of her subjects.

Wegeners personal life was just as fascinating as her art. She was married to the fellow artist Einar Wegener, who later underwent one of the first known gender confirmation surgeries and became Lili Elbe. Their remarkable love story has been depicted in the movie "The Danish Girl," which was released in 2015.

In the film, Wegener is portrayed as a trailblazing artist who defied societal norms and expectations in her personal life and her art. The movie is a moving tribute to her creativity, courage, and resilience in the face of adversity.

If you are a fan of Gerda Wegener's work, or if you are simply looking for a stunning piece of art to add to your collection, then the "Romantic scene with elegant women" watercolor is an excellent choice. It captures Wegener's unique style and her ability to convey complex emotions through her art. It is a beautiful and timeless piece that will bring joy and inspiration to your home for years to come.

Condition Report:
The paper has turned slightly brown. Minor pin hole in lower left corner.

 

Dick Beer (b. London 1893 - d. Stockholm 1938) 

Folkliv på Korsika, I (Popular Dance at Corsica, I)

oil on canvas
signed Dick Beer
c. 1924
canvas dimensions 88 x 100 cm 

Exhibited:
The Royal Academy Stockholm 1973;
Millesgården – Dick Beer – Impressionist & Kubist, 2012

Dick Beer was born in 1893 in London as Richard Beer, the youngest of five brothers. His father, John Beer (1853-1906), was a watercolourist who was born in Stockholm and had left Sweden at the age of 17. John Beer instructed his sons in drawing and painting, among other things. A number of sketchbooks bear testimony to the boys’ talent.
Dick Beer’s parents died in 1906 and 1907. Barely 15 years old, Beer arrived in Sweden as an orphan. First he lived with relatives and finally he ended up at Reverend Laurell in Västergötland.
Dick Beer began his artistic studies at the Althin School of Painting in Stockholm in 1908 and continued at the Royal Academy of Arts in the autumn of 1910, but in September 1912 he broke off his studies and travelled to Paris. He rented a studio and enrolled at the Colarossi and Grande Chaumière academies.
In the summer of 1913, Dick Beer travelled to Pont-Aven in Bretagne in order to paint. In September the same year, he held his first solo exhibition in Stockholm which he gave the French title Exposition des tableaux de Bretagne et autour de Paris. The exhibition proved a success. Many of the paintings were executed in a light palette in a style inspired by the impressionists.
In 1914, Dick Beer undertook an extensive study trip to Italy, Tunis, Morocco and Spain, which resulted in canvases overflowing with colours and light. When the French army mobilised, he volunteered and was enlisted in the French Foreign Legion. In 1915 Dick Beer sustained severe head injuries in a grenade attack, which resulted in deafness and a nervous condition that would plague him for the rest of his life. Two of his brothers died the following year, fighting for the English army.
Dick Beer was hospitalised and convalesced at Château de Rochefort. Here he started painting again, in an impressionist style, a painting dominated by blue and green hues.
In 1918, Dick Beer married Ruth Öhrling, a dentist, and their son John was born later in the year. During this time, Beer began experimenting with cubist painting and created several large compositions, including the painting “The Arab Café”.
In the years that followed, Dick Beer was based in Paris, where he often moved house. He was instructed by André Lhote, who encouraged his students to work freely in the studio and provided them with individual critique. Beer often travelled to Bretagne or Provence. His artist friends came from all over Europe and included Amedeo Modigliani. Dick Beer exhibited fairly regularly in Paris between 1919 and 1934 and made a name for himself in French artist circles.
In the summers, Ruth regularly rented a house in the countryside, often at Lake Mälaren. She kept a large house with many models and friends and there was a lot of painting and discussions. In 1933, the couple divorced but Ruth still loved Dick and continued to support him financially for the rest of his life.
Dick Beer also exhibited in Sweden, albeit irregularly due to his failing health. In the 1920s and 1930s, Beer continued to pursue an expressionist painting with intense colours and unexpected perspectives, but eventually he veered towards more naturalistic forms, including a large number of nudes. He also painted several portraits of artists, politicians and writers.
In 1938, Dick Beer sojourned in Arles. The budding photographer Christer Strömholm became a student of Dick Beer’s and they developed an intimate friendship. In June the same year, Dick Beer died in Stockholm following complications of pneumonia.

Carl Johansson (1863-1944) Sweden

Vast Autumn Landscape With Blue Mountains, 1913

oil on canvas
signed and dated Carl Johansson 1913
canvas dimensions 40 x 60 cm
frame 51 x 71 cm

Carl Johansson (1863-1944), also known as "Ultramarin Johansson," was a highly skilled Swedish landscape painter who is known for his ability to capture the natural beauty of the Swedish countryside. Johansson studied art at the Royal Swedish Academy of Fine Arts in Stockholm, where he honed his skills as a painter and developed a deep appreciation for the beauty of the natural world.

One of Johansson's greatest strengths as an artist was his ability to convey the ethereal quality of the Swedish landscape. His paintings of misty mountains and verdant valleys were characterized by their intricate detail and stunning color palette. In particular, his use of the vibrant blue pigment ultramarine earned him the nickname "Ultramarin Johansson."

Johansson's paintings of blue mountains were particularly striking, as he was able to convey the sense of scale and majesty that these towering peaks possess. His use of color was masterful, with the soft blues and grays of the mountains blending seamlessly with the greens and browns of the surrounding landscape.

Johansson's works have become highly sought after by collectors and art enthusiasts around the world, and his legacy as one of the greatest Swedish painters of the 20th century continues to endure. His ability to capture the natural beauty of the Swedish landscape with such precision and beauty is a testament to his skill and dedication as an artist, and his works remain some of the most beloved and treasured examples of Swedish art to this day.

Investing in a Carl Johansson painting is not only a sound financial decision, but also a way to own a piece of Swedish art history. Each painting is a testament to Johansson's skill and talent, and will bring a sense of majesty and wonder to any room or collection. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of Swedish art history.


Provenance:
A Swedish private collection

Dick Beer (b. London 1893 - d. Stockholm 1938) 

Saint Cloud, 1912

oil on board
board dimensions 40.5 x 32.5 cm
frame 51.5 x 43.5 cm 
signed Dick Beer 
painted 1912

Exhibited:
The Swedish-French Art Gallery, Memorial Exhibition, Catalog nr 5, 1942

Provenance:
A private collection, Sweden

Dick Beer (1893-1938)

Dick Beer was born in London in 1893. His father, John Beer (1853-1906), was a Swedish painter from Stockholm who had a career mainly as a watercolour painter with motifs of horses from racetracks and fox hunts from the countryside.

Barely fifteen years old, Dick Beer became an orphan and came to Sweden in 1907. Already in 1908-1909, he started at Althin's painting school in Stockholm. And later, at the Royal Academy of Arts from 1910-1912. His teachers were, among others, Gustaf Cederström, Oscar Björk and Alfred Bergström. 

At this time, Many artists went to Paris, and Dick Beer wasn't an exception; he rented a studio and took every spare time to visit academies such as Colarossi and Grande Chaumière and André Lhote. 

Dick Beer travels to Pont Aven in Brittany over the summer of 1913. In September, he went directly to Stockholm for his first solo exhibition with the French title Exposition des tableaux de Bretagne et autour de Paris; The exhibition was a big success with many visitors. 

1914-1917: First World War:

In the spring of 1914, Dick Beer undertook a longer study trip to Italy, Tunisia, Morocco and Spain.

When the French army mobilized, Dick Beer volunteered and was accepted into the French Foreign Legion. He was severely injured at Souain in September 1915, and the war injuries left him with severe deafness and nerve problems, which became increasingly noticeable over the years. During and after the war, he painted in a post-impressionistic style with a light palette, increasingly tuned in blue and green.

1918-1919

Dick Beer and Ruth Öhrling married in February, and in December, their only child, John, was born. During these years, Beer had a studio at Rådmansgatan in Stockholm. During this time, he paints several large Cubist compositions such as "In the Paddock" and "Arab Café". 
He participated in the Februarigruppen exhibition at Liljevalch's in 1919. His palette turned into a darker colour scheme dominated by green, blue, and red. 
Amedeo Modigliani made a pencil portrait of him in Paris in 1919. 
Throughout his short life, Beer spent most of his time in France and exhibited almost annually in Paris.
The Scandinavian motifs were mostly landscapes around Lake Mälaren and from the Stockholm archipelago, cityscapes, many nude studies and some portraits. 
Dick Beer practised many styles during his 30 years as an artist, from post-impressionism, cubism, late cubism, expressionism and naturalism. 

Reinhold Ljunggren (1920-2006) Sweden

Äng vid Kalmarsund, 1947

oil on masonite 
signed and dated R.Ljunggren 47
board dimensions 27 x 35 cm
frame 37.5 x 45.5 cm

Provenance: 
Stockholms Auktionsverk, lot 2509486

Karl Tirén (1869-1955) Sweden

Birch Trees Covered With Heavy Snow

oil on board
signed and dated K Tirén 1921
board dimensions 31.49 x 27.16 inches  (80 x 69 cm)
frame 35.43 x 31.49 inches (90 x 80 cm)

Provenance:
A Swedish private collection 

Karl Tirén was a multi-talented and temperamental personality, and without any real special training, he became an outstanding painter.
He studied music and art during several study trips to England, France and Germany. Karl Tirén was inspired by his older brother, Johan Tirén, whose art focused on Sami culture. Like his brother, Karl Tirén painted naturalistic mountain and Sami motifs as well as occasional portraits.
He did not like to participate in exhibitions, but at the Paris exhibition in 1900, he was represented with a diorama painting of the mountains in Lapland, which became awarded a grand prix medal at the exhibition.
This painting is a prime example of his talent in depicting the winter in the north of Sweden; We see some crooked birches covered in snow. The birch trees are usually shorter and crooked because of the hard winds from the harsh climate in the northern part of Scandinavia. An excellent painting by this artist. 

Herman Österlund (1873-1964) Sweden

Ocean View from the West Coast, 1916

oil on canvas
signed and dated Herman Österlund 1916
canvas dimensions 14.37 x 16.73 inches (36.5 x 42.5 cm)
frame 18.30 x 20.86 inches (46.5 x 53 cm)

Provenance: 
A Swedish private collection

Herman Österlund was a Swedish artist best known for his beautiful depictions of the west coast of Sweden. 
He moved to Stockholm in 1896 and passed the test for entering the Royal Academy; during this time, he shared a studio with Otto Hesselbom in Stockholm, and they became good friends. 
After three years of studies, he was ready to move back to the west coast; first, he moved to Löberöd in Skåne, where he lived until 1905, but he made several trips abroad together with, among others, Karl Isakson to Italy, Paris and Spain. 
Österlund moved to Malmö in 1909 and, from 1913, rented a summer studio in Kämpinge and later in Arild. 
Our painting "Ocean View from the West Coast" is most likely from the area around Kämpinge. 
What we see is a calm ocean view, painted with a light palette, and it gives almost an abstract presence, not too much and not too little - that's one of the most challenging tasks for an artist - and he did it with such brilliance. 
 

Lennart Nyblom (1872-1947) Swedish

Scandinavian Landscape in Evening Light

oil on board
board dimensions 19.68 x 21.45 inches (50 x 54.5 cm)
frame 23.22 x 25 inches (59 x 63.5 cm)
signed N.Nyblom
1920s

Provenance: 
A Swedish private collection

Lennart Nyblom was a Swedish artist best known for painting landscapes, figure motifs and historical motifs.
Nyblom studied at Valand's painting school 1891–1892, and later at the Royal Academy of Art for Carl Larsson and Georg von Rosen 1892–1896 and in Italy and France 1896–1898.
His paintings are represented at, among others, the National Museum in Stockholm and Waldemarsudde.

William Gislander (1890-1937) Swedish

Landscape With Ducks

oil on canvas
signed and dated William Gislander 1934
canvas dimensions 25.98 x 31.88 inches (66 x 81 cm)
frame 29.52 x 35.43 inches (75 x 90)

Provenance:
A Swedish Private Collection, Skåne.

Villgodt Lundgren (1849-1911) Swedish

Landscape View With Waterfall

oil on canvas
signed
canvas dimensions 24 x 35 cm

Provenance:
A Swedish Private Collection

Condition:
Good condition, bright and clear colours. 

Sidney Pike (1846-1907) English

Summer Landscape With Cattle

oil on canvas
signed Sidney Pike
canvas dimensions 24 x 32 cm
frame 36 x 43.5 cm

Provenance: 
A Swedish private collection. 

Philippe Marie Picard (1915-1997) French

French Landscape

oil on canvas
signed Ph m Picard
dated a tergo 16.4 -46
canvas size 12.99 x 22.04 inches (33 x 56 cm )
frame 23.03 x 31.49 inches (58.5 x 80 cm)

Provenance:
A Swedish private collection.

The Artist:
The year was 1915, and Philippe Marie was born in the small village of Neuvy-le-Roi in France. His parents were Albert Picard and Marie Lehoux; he had a total of six siblings. After studying at the Lycée Descartes in Tours, he entered the studio of the artist François Sicard. He was then accepted to the École supérieure des beaux-arts de Tours from 1932 to 1934, where he was a pupil of Maurice Mathurin. In 1935, he entered the School of Fine Arts in Paris, then in 1936-1938 the studio of Fernand Sabatté, and finally Charles-François-Prosper Guérin studio.

Phillippe Marie exhibited at the Salon des Indépendants 1945, where the city of Paris bought the first painting.
He then exhibited regularly at the Salon des Indépendants until 1989. In 1946 when this painting was created, he exhibited for the first time in Stockholm. At the end of the same year, he was noticed by Youki Desnos and exhibit at the Fontan gallery in Paris. In 1947 and 1948, he participated in a group exhibition at the Marquié Gallery in New York under the title: School of Paris - Paintings with Eugène Boudin , Jean-Baptiste Corot , Braque , Andre Lhote , Élisée Maclet , Camille Pissarro and Henri Rousseau. He travelled to Sweden from October to November 1949. It will be his only trip abroad. Subsequently, he made several important exhibitions in Sweden. He continues to exhibit in Sweden, Germany, Switzerland, Venezuela, Lebanon, Spain, Mexico, Montreal.
In the 1940s, Picard painted realistic portraits, still lifes, and landscapes; he experimented with black lines in his paintings. In the 1950s, his art became more expressionist. Around 1970, he turned to a semi-abstraction and later to Fauvism.

 

Per (Pehr) Wickenberg (1812-1846) Swedish

Dutch Winter landscape with children playing on the ice

oil on relined canvas
signed and dated P.Wickenberg 1839
gold frame with patina included
canvas dimensions 51.5 x 70.5 cm (20.27 x 27.75 inches)
frame 69.5 x 88 cm (27.36 x 34.64 inches) 

Per Wickenberg was a Swedish artist active in the early 19th century.  
He was only 34 when he died of tuberculosis; thankfully for the art history - at that point, he had practised the art of painting for more than 20 years.
After his art studies at the Royal Academy of Art in Stockholm, he left Stockholm and travelled to Paris in 1837.  
In Paris, he finally received the well-deserved success for his landscapes; he won golden medals at the Salon de Paris both in 1838 for his painting "Nordiskt vinterlandskap" and in 1839 for a painting called "Vinterfiske".
Per received a travel scholarship from Sweden and used that money for trips to Belgium and the Netherlands.
Our painting is from that time, the time after his success in Paris, and in this magnificent painting, we see his talent in capturing the cold winter mood with meticulous care of details.  
Notice how nicely painted the children are on the ice, the sledge filled with hay to provide comfort and insulation against the cold.
In the background, we can see an ice skater, a detail that gives the painting depth and three-dimensionality.
This is a wonderful painting by a talented artist - who devoted almost his entire life to the art of painting.

Condition: 
Overall good condition, bright and clear colors. 
There are some old retouching in some areas (please contact for UV images)

Provenance: 
AAG Auctions, Amsterdam, nov 2015, lot 29;
A Swedish private collection

Oscar Sivertzen (1876-1940) Norway

Fjord Landscape

signed and dated Osc.Sivertzen.1915
oil painting on canvas
canvas dimensions 71.5 x 103 cm
frame 82 x 114 cm

Provenance:
A Swedish Private Collection

Oscar Sivertzen was a Norwegian painter and graphic artist.
As a young artist, Oscar studied art with Oscar Wergeland at the Royal School of Art and Handwork in Oslo and with Peder Severin Krøyer and Kristian Zahrtmann in Copenhagen before settling in Sweden in 1905.
He studied at Carl Wilhelmson's painting school in Stockholm in 1911. In 1920, he returned from Sweden to Norway, where he was for a time a student of Harriet Backer, but periodically also lived in Paris, where he studied with André Lhote.

Sivertzen worked in oil but also in pastel, watercolour and woodcuts. He did landscape painting, figure painting and portraits and liked to entice with an atmospheric depiction of light like in - Fjord Landscape, 1915 which is a beautiful prime example of the talent that Sivertzen had for depicting the Scandinavian light and nature.

Through his involvement in "De frie" he participated in a number of the artists' group's exhibitions, for example in Stockholm at many times and at the Baltic Exhibition in Malmö in 1914.

Oscar Lycke (1877-1927) Swedish

Pines in Sunset, Motif from Liden
Swedish title: Furor i Solnedgång, Liden

olja på duk
signed Osc. Lycke
canvas dimensions 47.63 x 37.59 inches (121 x 95.5 cm)
frame dimensions 54.33 x 44.48 inches (138 x 113 cm)

Provenance:
A Swedish private collection

A Scandinavian Landscape View, c. 1920


signed Osc.Lycke
oil on canvas
canvas dimensions 104.5 x 147.5 cm
frame dimensions 111.5 x 154.5 cm

 

Oscar Lycke was a Swedish artist from Sundsvall. He is best known for his impressive colourful landscape paintings in a national romantic and realism style. The motifs were often mountains, forests, rapids, and lakes painted with his self-taught style. Lycke exhibited many times in northern Sweden, but also at one time in New York, with great success. This painting is from Hälsingland, which is located in the middle part of Sweden; it depicts a Landscape view with a dramatic sky. Lycke captured the famous nordic light in the best possible manner; this part of Sweden was back then - and still today a popular go-to place for tourism.

Provenance: A Swedish private collection.

Nils Kreuger (1858‑1930) Swedish

Two Horses in a Landscape With Windswept Trees

signed and dated with monogram NK 1894
15.5 x 24.5 cm
ink/paper  

Provenance:
Julia Bäckdahl (1893‑1964); Engagement gift to her daughter Eva Karin Bäckdahl (1912‑1991) on 6 June 1931; Private collection Stockholm

Condition:
Restored in London, in very good condition.