Ante Karlsson-Stig - Mountain View from Hålland, Sweden

Ante Karlsson-Stig (1885 -1967) Sweden

Mountain View from Hålland, Sweden

oil on canvas
signed and dated  a.K:son.Stig 1932
canvas dimensions 52 x 83 cm
frame dimensions 62 x 94 cm

Essay:

The painting we are selling is a breathtaking mountain view from Hålland in Jämtland, Sweden, created by Ante Karlsson-Stig in 1932. Ante Karlsson-Stig (1885-1967) was a Swedish painter who studied under Henri Matisse in Paris. He was known for his landscape paintings, and this piece is a perfect example of his mastery of the genre.

Karlsson-Stig lived in the area where the painting was created and was captivated by the beauty of the surrounding landscape near Undersåker and Åre. The painting portrays a vast landscape with the Indalsälven lake in the foreground. The reflection of the mountains in the water is beautifully captured with fine details. The background shows the mountain Välliste in a blue-purple tone, and the calm sky with a few clouds complements the scene. The trees in the painting have a green and purple hue, which adds depth to the painting.

The composition of the painting is impressive. Karlsson-Stig expertly captures the grandeur of the landscape while still portraying a sense of serenity and calmness. The colours used in the painting blend perfectly, creating a harmonious and balanced piece. The painting evokes a feeling of peacefulness and tranquillity, inviting the viewer to escape into the beauty of nature.

Ante Karlsson-Stig was a highly respected painter in Sweden, his paintings are known for their soft, muted tones and the way he captures the beauty of nature. This painting is a prime example of his exceptional skills and talent as a painter.