Karl Tirén - Vårvinter II
Regular price €2.200Karl Tirén (1869-1955) Sweden
Vårvinter II, c. 1909
signed Karl Tirén
oil on board
unframed 59 x 98 cm
framed 76 x 105 cm
Provenance: A private collection in the north of Sweden
This painting, "Vårvinter II," painted around 1909 by the Swedish artist Karl Tirén, is a remarkable representation of a landscape in the cusp of the seasonal transition from winter to spring. The canvas is alive with the muted yet rich colours of the winter landscape, a subject close to Tirén's heart and frequent in his oeuvre. The scene is set against a backdrop of a gently sloping mountain, its snow-covered peak basking in the soft light of a spring sun, suggesting the lingering chill of winter yet the promise of warmer days. The foreground is dominated by an intricate play of melting snow and emerging rocks, with ice-capped pools reflecting the azure sky, a testament to the artist's skill in capturing water in its various states.
Bare trees, with their branches etched against the sky, speak of resilience and the imminent return of foliage. The composition is skillfully balanced, with the eye being led across the melting streams that meander through the landscape. The painting's execution, with its broad, confident brushstrokes, conveys both the tranquility and the dynamic nature of the season's transformation. "Vårvinter II" is not just a mere depiction of a place but a narrative of the cycle of seasons, a visual journey through time and change.
Karl Tirén's multifaceted background as a musician, violin maker, Sami researcher, and stationmaster enriches his artistry, infusing his work with a depth of cultural and environmental understanding. Trained in Germany, France, and England, Tirén brought a European sensibility to his representations of the Nordic landscapes.
Tirén's legacy persists through his varied contributions and is celebrated in his representation at the Jämtland County Museum in Östersund, among others. "Vårvinter II" stands as a serene yet evocative piece within this collection, inviting viewers to contemplate the beauty of the north and the transient moments between the seasons.
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