Vidar Bäckman, Spring Evening in Göviken, 1950s, Oil Painting on Canvas, Framed

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Original Swedish Oil Painting – “Vårkväll i Göviken” (Spring Evening in Göviken) by Vidar Bäckman – Vintage & Framed – … Read more Original Swedish Oil Painting – “Vårkväll i Göviken” (Spring Evening in Göviken) by Vidar Bäckman – Vintage & Framed – 72.5 × 49.5 cm (28.5" × 19.5")
A serene and atmospheric landscape by Vidar Bäckman, titled Vårkväll i Göviken (Spring Evening in Göviken). The painting captures the soft, lingering light of a northern spring evening, where cool tones, gentle reflections, and measured brushwork evoke the calm of Jämtland’s lakeside scenery.
Bäckman’s characteristic balance of atmosphere and structure is fully present here — a quiet, poetic study of light and place. Presented framed and in vintage condition, showing wear such as scratches and marks, consistent with age and use.

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Medium: Oil on canvas

Artist: Vidar Bäckman (signed)

Title / Motif: Vårkväll i Göviken — Spring evening landscape, Jämtland

Framed dimensions: approx. 72.5 × 49.5 cm (28.5" × 19.5")

Image dimensions: approx. 67.5 × 44.5 cm (26.6" × 17.5")

Weight: approx. 1.58 kg

Condition: Vintage condition with wear such as scratches and marks (see photos)

Presentation: Framed

Artist & Provenance
Vidar Bäckman (Sweden, 20th Century) is known for his evocative depictions of Jämtland’s landscapes, often painted with a soft, atmospheric touch. His works capture the region’s distinctive light — especially during transitional seasons. Vårkväll i Göviken is a strong example of his lyrical approach, blending calm tonal shifts with a grounded sense of place.

Collector’s Note
All artworks in our collection are vintage or second‑hand. While major flaws are noted, gentle signs of age — patina, surface wear, or frame wear — form part of each piece’s authenticity and charm. This piece has an attribution mark,
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