1971 Mid Century Swedish Expressionist Landscape "Tidig Vårdag" by Gunnar Svensson

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A quiet and atmospheric Swedish landscape painting by Gunnar Svenson, dated 1971 and titled Tidig vårdag (“Early Spring Day”), depicting … Read more A quiet and atmospheric Swedish landscape painting by Gunnar Svenson, dated 1971 and titled Tidig vårdag (“Early Spring Day”), depicting the transitional Nordic landscape just as winter begins to loosen its grip.

Executed in oil on canvas, the painting reflects Svenson’s connection to the Nordic landscape tradition associated with Helmer Osslund, under whom he studied. The scene from Riddarebo possesses a calm observational quality, somewhere between naturalism and modern Scandinavian interpretation.

Presented in its original patinated wooden frame, which complements the earthy palette and quiet character of the work beautifully.

The painting and frame remain in very good vintage condition with light age-related wear consistent with age.

DETAILS:
ERA: 1971
MOTIF: Swedish spring landscape, birch trees and lakeside terrain
ARTIST: Gunnar Svenson (1906–1988)
ORIGIN: Sweden
MATERIAL: Oil on canvas
SIGNED: Signed Gunnar Svenson and dated 1971. Titled “Tidig vårdag”, Riddarebo verso
DIMENSIONS:
Painting 64 x 49 cm (25.2 x 19.3 in)
With frame 79.5 x 64.5 cm (31.3 x 25.4 in)
Depth 4 cm (1.6 in)
WEIGHT: 2.7 kg
CONDITION: Very good vintage condition. Original frame with beautiful age-related patina and minor wear consistent with age. See less