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  • Gertrude's Room

    Gertrude’s Room

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    An inviting and uplifting mid-century composition of a well-decorated interior setting, executed in  gouache and oil and framed behind glass.

    At the forefront of the painting, a red floor with a turquoise rug commands attention, contrasting beautifully against the light green walls. An open window beckons in the background, revealing a lush green landscape outside. At there back of the room stands a tall cupboard, a vase of flowers, as well as a muted pink arm chair whose soft hue provides a delightful pop of colour.

    Despite the absence of human figures, the room exudes a sense of life and vibrancy through its carefully chosen furnishings and rich and lively colour palette. The gentle and smooth brushstrokes contributes to the overall sense of calm.

    This painting is housed in a complementary gilt frame and is protected behind glass. Both painting and frame are in very good vintage condition. Please note that the photos have some reflection due to the glass.

    Size: 42 x 50 cm (including frame)

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  • The Blue Couch

    The Blue Couch

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    An outstanding and emotive mid-century figurative composition, executed in oil onto canvas.

    The viewer is drawn into an intimate scene where a nude figure reclines across a captivating blue couch, set against a backdrop of mauve and greys.

    All realistic details have been omitted, and instead, there is a strong focus on expressive brushstrokes to convey emotional depth.

    The striking blue of the couch contrasts sharply with the surrounding hues, imbuing the composition with a sense of drama, while the swift and unconstrained brushstrokes add a palpable energy to the piece

    This oil on canvas is is housed in a complementary slim wood frame  Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

    Size: 49.5 x 64 cm (including frame)

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  • Traces

    Traces

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    A brilliantly executed and intimate large mid-century composition of an interior scene, executed in oil onto canvas.

    The painting focuses on a particular area of a room, zoomed in to a table setting by a window covered by a delicate and diaphanous white curtain with light coming through.

    A wooden desk takes centre stage, its surface filled with an array of everyday objects. A bowl is placed alongside a mug and a draping cloth, hinting that someone has just departed, leaving behind traces of their presence. The chair pulled slightly from the desk suggests the person’s recent departure, while a small book rests upon its seat.

    The colour palette is inviting, with shades of warm brown, mustard yellow, and muted red dominating the scene. These earthy tones infuse the space with a sense of homeliness, warmth and nostalgia, evoking a timeless charm.

    The painting is a work of art of realism, as meticulous brushstrokes and careful attention to detail and precision bring the scene to life.

    This large oil on canvas is housed in a complementary slim gilt frame.  The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has minor scuffing. 

    Size: 70.5 x 79cm (including frame)

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  • Interior Setting

    Interior Setting

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    A brilliantly executed and richly textured modernist oil composition, painted by the established Swedish artist Max Gregor Carlsson (1914-1996), whose works have been exhibited in public collections including the Malmö Museum, Eskilstuna Art Museum, Ystads Museum, Norrköping City Collection, the Landskrona Konsthall.

    Executed in an expressive manner, the composition depicts a home interior setting of a room adorned with an array of home furnishing, and an open window with a view outside.

    The artist’s deliberate use of a limited palette — predominantly black and cream, with hints of underlying light orange—imbues the scene with a sense of quiet sophistication.

    The masterful use of the impasto technique adds depth and dimension to the painting as well as a textile quality. Each textured and forceful stroke is imbued with a palpable sense of movement and emotion, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the scene.

    This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary dark wood frame with an inner linen border. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition. 

    Size: 51.5 x 60.5 cm (including frame)

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  • Anna (Very Large)

    Anna (Very Large)

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    A large and elegant mid-century figurative composition, executed in oil onto canvas.

    A young lady in a flowing blue dress is depicted sitting by a table with a chequered tablecloth and a small vase of flowers. With a posture of relaxed concentration, she is engrossed in reading a book

    The artist has skillfully captured the ambiance of tranquility. The muted and subdued colour palette lends a softness to the scene, enhancing the overall sense of calmness. Shades of pale blue and gentle beige dominate the canvas, imbuing the portrait with a timeless quality.

    This oil on canvas is rather heavy and is housed in a very well suited wood frame with an inner and outer gilt window. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has some scuffs and marks but but this is in keeping with its vintage style.

    Size: 78 x 91 cm (including frame)

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  • On Mother's Lap

    On Mother’s Lap

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    A tender and endearing figurative oil composition painted in 1974, that captures the simplicity and beauty found in the ordinary moments of life.

    In this interior setting, a female figure is seated on a white chair, holding a baby in her arms that is resting on her. The table beside the woman as well as behind her is adorned with various objects, suggesting domesticity and everyday life. Across the room and against a backdrop of muted grey walls, a window gives a view of a striking blue sky.

    The artist has highlighted the silhouettes of the figures and objects in a unique and striking blue outline, enhancing their distinct forms and inviting the viewer to explore their detail.

    Upon close inspection of the painting, we can notice that the artist has layered rich and contrasting shades, demonstrating depth and visual interest to the painting.

    The brushstrokes have been executed with remarkable confidence and expressiveness, capturing the fleeting moment of tenderness with a sense of spontaneity and authenticity.

    This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary slim silver frame. The painting has some very light surface marks at the bottom right, but this does not detract from its overall attractiveness. The frame has some scuffs.

    Size: 54.5 x 47.5 cm (including frame)

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  • Wishful

    Wishful

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    A very well-executed mid-century figurative composition, executed in oil into canvas.

    In an interior setting, a figure dressed in blue occupies a chair placed near a window. With their back turned towards the viewer, the figure gazes out into the distance, lost in contemplation.

    Painted in muted tones including blue and brown that evoke a sense of calm and quietude of the moment, the atmosphere in the room exudes a subdued ambiance.

    This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary wood frame with an inner silver border. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

    Size: 76.5 x 57 cm (including frame)

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  • View in the Mirror

    View in the Mirror

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    A large and detailed mid century modernist oil composition, painted onto canvas.

    Depicted in this composition is an interior scene. It is very cleverly executed – at first it appears to be a view out of a window, before we realise after further investigation that it is actually a mirror reflecting the outside view. This mirror is atop a table covered in objects which appear to be balls of yarn. Surrounding the mirror are figurative drawings and paintings. In the reflection of the mirror we see a window sill lined with little pots, and outside we can discern a winter view with figures and a red tram.

    This painting offers such a delightful myriad of details to explore. Painted in an expressionist style, the distinct brushstrokes give this piece its painterly feel, adding texture and tactile detail.

    This large and very cleverly painted oil on canvas is is housed in a complementary gilt frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has scuffs and paint loss as shown

    Size: 77 x 62.5 cm (including frame)

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  • The Clay Pipe

    The Clay Pipe

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    A very well executed mid century modernist composition in oil, painted onto board.

    In this painting a white clay pipe takes centre stage. To its right a we see a cup and behind it a brown box. The artist has created a textured effect with the white paint, moving across the board in a considered manner, creating visible brushstrokes over a darker prepared surface which only just shows through, giving the composition its depth and tactility. The painting’s composition is very well balanced, and is very pleasing to look at.

    This oil on board is housed in a very well made distressed vintage frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has some surface wear to corners but this in  keeping with its vintage look and does not stand out at all.

    Size: 46.5 x 54.5 cm (including frame)

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  • The Sitting Man

    The Sitting Man

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    A captivating mid-century modernist figurative composition, executed in oil onto canvas and dated 1955.

    This vibrant interior setting portrays a male figure seated upon a chair, his posture exuding a sense of tranquil contemplation. Within the interior setting, viewers catch glimpses of various objects that add depth and intrigue to the narrative. A cupboard stands in the background, a blue ladder leans casually against a pillar, and some boxes are laying across on the floor.

    Through skilful brushwork, the artist has infused the scene with energy, echoed by the rich and uplifting colour palette. And the expressive and textured brushstrokes further enhance the emotional resonance of the painting.

    This oil on canvas is housed in a beautiful white frame with an inner wood and gilt border. The painting has some craquelure due to the thickness of paint, as shown in close ups. The paint later is very stable overall. Tiny areas of paint loss but these are not obvious unless closely inspected.

    Size: 67.5 x 67 cm (including frame)

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  • Enfilade

    Enfilade

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    An elegant mid century modernist interior composition, painted in oil onto canvas and dated 1948.

    This well executed composition depicts  a study in the foreground, with a doorway leading to a further sitting room, which then leads into a third room which appears to be a bedroom. The artist has captured the view through this enfilade, where the doors entering each room are aligned with the doors of the connecting rooms along a single axis, providing a vista through successive rooms. As viewers we appear to be within a room as well, as suggested by the edge of an entryway which frames the right side of the painting.

    The artist has used a rich and earthy colour palette, imbuing the depicted interior with warmth, making the picture a very inviting one. The open doorways also add to this inviting characteristic, beckoning us to move through and explore each room.

    This brilliant oil on canvas is housed in a complementary black wood frame with an inner and outer gilt window. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has some wear commensurate with age.

    Size: 60 x 43 cm (including frame)

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  • Quiet Time

    Quiet Time

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    A serene mid-century modernist style still-life painting, executed in oil onto canvas.

    Simple yet effective in its composition, white flowers in a dark brown pot rests on a table with a white tablecloth. Beside the flower pot is a vibrant yellow fruit, and its vibrant punctuates the composition with a touch of vivid contrast. The objects are set against a maroon and grey backdrop within the interior setting.

    The artist’s smooth and gentle brushstrokes as well as subdued colours contribute to the soothing effect of the piece, evoking a sense of calm and quiet contemplation.

    This oil on canvas is is housed in a complementary slim silver frame.  Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

    Size: 31 x 48 cm (including frame)

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  • White Blossoms

    White Blossoms

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    Dated 49.

    This oil on canvas is is housed in a complementary gilt frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has minor scuffs. 

    Size: 66 x 74.5 cm (including frame)

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  • The Hallway

    The Hallway

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    An inviting mid-century composition of an interior setting, executed in oil onto board.

    The painting offers a glimpse into what appears to be the entry hallway. Thoughtfully arranged, a seat on the right is positioned by 2 coats hanging on the wall. The wide-open entrance door adds a touch of intrigue, allowing the viewer’s eye to wander beyond the entryway and catch a glimpse of the next room.

    The artist has used a muted palette comprising shades of blues, greens, and red, creating a very soothing ambiance.

    This oil on board is housed in a very well-suited frame with multiple profiles. Both painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition. 

    Size: 56 x 48 cm (including frame)

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  • The Fruit Dish

    The Fruit Dish

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    An outstanding mid-century modernist style interior still life painting, executed in oil onto canvas.

    The composition depicts a tray of luscious fruit, a pot, and a delicate white horse figurine placed atop a table with a well-coloured tablecloth.

    Modernist in its ethos, the painting showcases the harmonious balance between form, line, and colour.

    The artist has skillfully outlined each object with thin, sketch-like lines that brings out their inherent three-dimensional qualities. The use of expressive and distinct brushstrokes infuse the composition with a dynamic energy, creating a sense of movement. And the rich and uplifting colour palette enhances the overall warmth and ambiance in the painting.

    This oil on canvas is housed in a stunning deep-profiled gilt frame. The painting has light craquelure present to its top half as shown in close up but the paint layer is stable. The frame has scuffs.

    Size: 47 x 55 cm (including frame)

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  • At the Restaurant

    At the Restaurant

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    A lively and expressive mid-century narrative painting, executed in oil onto board.

    The composition depicts a bustling scene at a restaurant. The central focus is a woman seated in a striking yellow chair, and by her side rest a black and a white dog, patiently sitting on the floor. On the left side of the painting, a woman in a red dress holding a tray with drinks approaches the seated woman, ready to take her order. Behind her, we can spot 2 other female figures dressed in black attire. Their presence hints at the diverse interactions unfolding within this restaurant setting.

    The artist has chosen a rich colour palette, and the expressive and light textural quality of the brushstrokes adds a tactile and lively dimension to the painting.

    This oil on board is housed in a complementary wood frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has some losses as shown in photos.

    Size: 80 x 69.5 cm (including frame)

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  • The Red Window

    The Red Window

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    A striking and wonderfully executed mid-century interior still life composition, painted in oil onto canvas.

    Against a backdrop of a large window with glass planes and bold red borders, a carefully curated array of objects rests on a window sill, their forms reduced to textured, rich, and dark brown hues, creating a captivating silhouette.

    The semi-abstract nature of the painting adds a layer of mystery and intrigue, inviting viewers to explore the subtle details within the shadows. The outside world, visible through the glass blocks, is transformed into a realm of muted shades, where overlays of subdued grey and pink tones have been applied expressively, and there is also a section of deep greens that suggests a lush landscape.

    This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary slim silver frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has some scuffing.

    Size: 36 x 44 cm (including frame)

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  • The Stove

    The Stove

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    A small but very well executed mid century modernist interior scene, painted in oil onto canvas.

    This charming painting depicts a Swedish tile stove, also known as a kakelugn. These ceramic tile  fireplaces are quintessentially Swedish, and date back to the Middle Ages although many were destroyed in the mid 20th century to make way for central heating. Hanging next to the stove are a range of pictures, conveying a homely scene.  We also a see a blue coat or towel hanging next to it, alluding to the practical nature of the stove which can dry wet garments.

    The painting features a light colour palette with shades of blue, light brown and green making up most of the composition. Visible and expressionist brushstrokes imbue the painting with its painterly character.

    This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary slim wood frame. Both painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

    Size: 28.5 x 30.5 cm (including frame)

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