Gustaf Gunnar Johansson, Nude Study., 1945, Oil on Panel, Framed

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Original Mid Century Swedish Oil on Panel – “Nude Study” attributed to Gustaf Gunnar Johansson – Signed and Dated 1945, … Read more Original Mid Century Swedish Oil on Panel – “Nude Study” attributed to Gustaf Gunnar Johansson – Signed and Dated 1945, Framed 70 × 50 cm
An expressive mid‑century oil painting on panel attributed to Gustaf Gunnar Johansson, titled Nude Study. Signed and dated ’45, the work presents a classical figure study rendered with confident brushwork and a warm, natural palette. The composition captures both anatomical sensitivity and painterly immediacy. Presented in its original frame, the piece is in good vintage condition, showing gentle signs of age consistent with its authenticity.

Details
- Medium: Oil on panel
- Artist: Attributed to Gustaf Gunnar Johansson
- Title / Motif: Nude Study – Figure study
- Dimensions: approx. 70 × 50 cm
- Condition: Good vintage condition
- Presentation: Framed

Artist & Provenance
Gustaf Gunnar Johansson (20th Century) was a Swedish painter known for his figurative studies, portraiture, and expressive mid‑century realism. His work often explored the human form with a balance of academic discipline and painterly looseness.
Johansson exhibited in regional Swedish art societies and participated in group exhibitions focused on Scandinavian realism and mid‑century studio practice. His works have appeared in private collections, and selected pieces have been shown in municipal art halls and cultural institutions across Sweden, reflecting a steady presence within the country’s figurative tradition.
Nude Study exemplifies Johansson’s sensitivity to form, light, and anatomical structure, offering a compelling glimpse into mid‑century Swedish studio painting.

Collector’s Note
All artworks in our collection are vintage or second‑hand. While major flaws are noted, gentle signs of age — such as surface wear, patina, or frame wear — are part of each piece’s history and charm.
This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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