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  • At the Water’s Edge

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    A small but very impactful mid century modernist composition in oil, painted onto canvas board.

    With a distinct focus on form and colour, the artist presents two figures by a tree, painted in a semi abstract manner. There is a wonderful play of angles, line and shapes, creating different planes of colour that combine really well. The figures appear to be sitting on a river bank, with one figure looking out towards the water. The artist has contrasted the richer, earthier colours of green, brown and dark blue, against the lighter blue of the background which alludes to the water or sky.

    The oil on canvas board is presented in a gilt frame that suits it very well. There is a light crease line on the canvas that has been laid to the board but this is does not detract from the overall appearance.

    Size: 24.5 x 27 cm (including frame)

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  • Visual Illusion

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    A whimsical surrealist mid-century composition, executed in oil onto board.

    The painting depicts a sailor wearing a blue uniform, smoking a pipe. Behind him, we can spot a body of water, and a grey cloud pouring rain down on a large pink fish.

    The scene has a whimsical, playful feel, with bright, bold colours and a Naïve style.

    The subject’s exaggerated facial features, along with the dreamlike composition, contribute to a surreal and lighthearted atmosphere.

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

    Size: 30 x 37.5 cm (including frame)

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  • Geometric City

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    An outstanding mid-century geometric abstract cityscape composition, executed in oil onto canvas.

    The painting depicts a cityscape reimagined through a dynamic array of geometric shapes and blocks that intersect one another. The city has been skilfully deconstructed into shapes with clean lines and sharp angles, reminiscent of architectural forms but stripped to their essence.

    The composition features a vibrant palette of rich and striking colours—jet black, fiery orange, bold red, deep blue, and sunny yellow. These hues contrast sharply, creating a sense of energy as well as demonstrating a sense of depth to the painting.

    The smooth brushstrokes add a polished finish to the piece, enhancing the sharpness and clarity of each geometric form.

    This oil on canvas is housed in a well-suited dark grey frame with an inner silver window.  The painting has some scattered areas of craquelure as well as small areas of paint loss as shown in the close ups, but the paint layer is stable overall. 

    Size: 81 x 69 cm (including frame)

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  • Golfers

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    A brilliantly executed semi-abstract modernist oil composition, painted in 1974 by the established Swedish artist Ivar Morsing (1919-2009), whose works have been exhibited in public collections including the National Museum in Stockholm, Moderna Museet in Stockholm, Kalmar Museum and Jönköping Museum.

    Small yet impactful in its composition, the painting draws our attention to two figures with golf bags, set amidst a sprawling golf course with lush greenery. The artist’s deliberate omission of detailed features encourages viewers to focus on the overall atmospheric ambiance as opposed to their individual characteristics.

    Painted in a semi-abstract style, there is a strong focus on expressive and textured brushstrokes, as well as rich colours. The use of painterly and dynamic brushstrokes create a sense of energy and movement throughout the painting, and the clever use of a rich colour palette dominated by various shades of greens and yellow with hints of blue helps to unify the composition and emphasise the beauty and lushness of the natural surroundings.

    This oil on board is housed in a complementary slim gilt frame with red undertones. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has minor scuffs. 

    Size: 22.5 x 20.5 cm (including frame)

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  • Figure at Sunset

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    A brilliantly executed abstract figurative oil composition painted by the established Swedish artist Ivar Morsing (1919-2009), whose works have been exhibited in public collections including the National Museum in Stockholm, Moderna Museet in Stockholm, Kalmar Museum, and Jönköping Museum.

    In this small yet impactful abstracted composition, we can discern a lone figure sitting by a coastal shoreline at sunset, with the sky ablaze in yellow.

    The scene is bathed in a restrained palette of rich yellows and muted greens, an emotive and nostalgic atmosphere. The artist employs expressive strokes as well as small swirls of paint, imbuing the artwork with a sense of movement and dynamism.

    This oil on board is housed in a complementary wide profile gilt frame that suits it very well. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

    Size: 29.5 x 29 cm (including frame)

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  • Spanish Walks

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    An outstanding semi-abstract oil composition, painted in 1958 by the established Swedish artist Ivar Morsing (1919-2009), whose works have been exhibited in public collections including the National Museum in Stockholm, Moderna Museet in Stockholm, Kalmar Museum, and Jönköping Museum.

    The composition presents 3 figures strolling through a town in Córdoba in Spain. Containing elements of abstraction, the artist has deliberately omitted realistic details, and has skilfully deconstructed the scene and figures down to blocks of contrasting colour.

    The use of short and expressive brushstrokes creates a sense of energy throughout the painting as well as a light textural quality. The dominant use of rich brown and cream shades in various intensities create a warm and earthy atmosphere, and the variation in contrasting tones help to create depth and three-dimensionality.

    This oil on board is housed in a complementary black frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has minor scuffs but this does not detract from the overall appearance.

    Size: 24 x 37 cm (including frame)

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  • Forest Ponder

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    A brilliantly executed abstract landscape oil composition painted by the established Swedish artist Ivar Morsing (1919-2009), whose works have been exhibited in public collections including the National Museum in Stockholm, Moderna Museet in Stockholm, Kalmar Museum, and Jönköping Museum.

    In this abstracted composition, we can discern a lone figure sitting amidst  a forest setting and surrounded by trees. 

    The scene is bathed in a restrained palette of muted greens, cream, and yellows, creating a soft and gentle atmosphere. The artist employs expressive strokes and small swirls of paint, imbuing the artwork with a sense of movement and dynamism.

    This oil on board is housed in a complementary wide profiled silver frame with gold tinted borders. Both the  painting and frame are in in excellent vintage condition.

    Size: 35 x 37 cm (including frame)

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    Friday Evening

    Original price was: £395.Current price is: £335.

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    A striking figurative abstract composition, titled ‘Friday Evening’ and dated 2013 on reverse.

    Bold outlines and rich colours intertwine to create this captivating and expressive composition. Although abstract in nature and not rendered in a realistic manner, a pair of eyes are red lips are evident in this painting, and we can discern a portrait of a human subject.

    The artist has employed geometric shapes and lines to convey the essence of the subject’s character and emotions. Bold outlines delineate the contours of the figure, giving it a strong presence. Rich colours including shades of orange, blue and red dominate the artwork, reflecting the artist’s intention to evoke a sense of energy. The brushstrokes have been applied with confidence, adding depth and dimension to the work.

    This oil on canvas comes unframed, and can be hung as it is. The painting is in excellent vintage condition.

    Size: 33 x 24 cm

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    The Ensemble

    Original price was: £410.Current price is: £350.

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    A small yet very striking mid century figurative composition, executed in oil onto canvas.

    The artist has used the expressive qualities of colour and brushstrokes to render this lively composition presenting a band that features a pianist, a cellist and a violinist. A rich and saturated colour palette has been used, and distinct and bold brushstrokes have been executed in an invigorating manner, imbuing the painting with energy and a beautiful light textural quality.

    This oil on canvas is housed in an ornate gilt frame that adds character to the piece. The painting has some craquelure present but the paint layer is overall stable. The frame has some cracks and losses, as shown in the photos.

    Size: 29 x 37 cm (including frame)

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    Le Club 55

    Original price was: £390.Current price is: £330.

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    A fun and unique mid century oil painting on canvas, titled ‘Le Club 55’ on reverse.

    Le Club 55 is a legendary and glamorous beach club in the south of France, and we can infer that the setting of the painting is within its interior. Punctuating the center of the composition are two well-dressed figures standing in front of white round table, with 2 wine glasses in front of them. The background of the painting is composed of an interesting mix of collage including wine labels and an image of a sail boat.

    Containing elements of geometric abstraction, the artist has skilfully reconstructed the figures down to flat blocks of contrasting colours to demonstrate their three-dimensional form, whilst simultaneously emphasising the two-dimensional flatness of the canvas.

    This oil on stretched canvas comes unframed, but can be hung as is. It is in excellent vintage condition.

    Size: 33×24 cm

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  • Glowing Silhouette

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    A small yet striking mid-century semi-abstract figurative composition, executed in oil onto board.

    The painting centers around a silhouette of an illuminating standing figure rendered in shades of yellow. This luminous form stands in stark contrast against a rich brown backdrop, creating a captivating focal point that draws the viewer’s eye.

    The artist’s use of a restrained palette, consisting primarily of browns and yellows, emphasises the interplay of the contrasting shades, allowing the figure’s form to stand out further.

    The composition’s simplicity is balanced by the expressive and beautifully textured brushwork, which adds depth and dynamism to the painting.

    This oil on board is housed in a very well-suited gilt frame with multiple profiles, that complements and enhances the warm tones of the artwork. Both painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

    Size: 33.5 x 21 cm (including frame)

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  • Whispers

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    A wonderfully expressive and brilliantly executed figurative composition in mixed media (oil, watercolour gouache), painted onto board.

    Two women in black headscarves are the focus of the scene, with very captivating expressions. The woman on the right appears to look almost shocked, with her mouth ajar and her eyes widened. The woman on the left stares directly at us, her emotion less identifiable. The scene is intriguing, making us question what these women have heard or what has happened. Their faces have been painted with brilliant detail, capturing the shadows on their faces as well as the aged skin of the woman on the right. These two women are set against a blue-ish green backdrop, making their faces stand out even more from within their black head scarves.

    The painting is wonderfully presented in a gilt frame with a linen lined border. Both painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

    Size: 30 x 37 cm (including frame)

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    Off to School

    Original price was: £265.Current price is: £225.

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    A lovely and endearing miniature oil on canvas depicting a scene of a pedestrian walkway on a fine summer’s day.

    A woman in the foreground can be seen walking with her 2 children to drop them off at school. They are holding flowers in their hands, that they’ve picked along their journey.

    Rich and saturated colours fill this energetic painting; and the short and textured brushstrokes imbue the work with a sense of liveliness and joy.

    What’s special too is that the artist has uniquely enhanced the greenery portion by adding graphite detailing in a ‘scribbled’ manner, adding a sense of three-dimensionality to the trees.

    The painting is housed in a white card mount, and a green stained wood frame with a blue and gold inner wood border. The colours of the frame pick up on the colours within the painting beautifully, making it stand out even more. The work is glazed (there is a layer of plexiglass between the frame and the painting) to ensure its longevity.

    Both painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

    Size: 32 x 25.5 cm (including frame)

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  • Unspoken Bond

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    A brilliantly executed abstract figurative composition executed in oil, by the established Swedish artist Ivar Morsing (1919-2009), whose works have been exhibited in public collections including the National Museum in Stockholm, Moderna Museet in Stockholm, Kalmar Museum, and Jönköping Museum.

    Small yet impactful in its composition, two figures are seated side by side, enjoying each others company in silence. Abstract in nature, the figures’ features are obscured, and their bodies are perceptible only through carefully applied brushstrokes which hint at its structure. The figures are seated against a richly coloured backdrop of greens and blues executed with expressive and energetic brushwork, adding a touch of liveliness to the overall composition.

    This oil on board is housed in a complementary gilt frame with and inner linen border. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

    Size: 30.5 x 32.5 cm (including frame)

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  • Double Sided Portrait I

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    An intriguing double sided oil on board:  one side depicts a pair of women looking into a book, and the other side features a striking single portrait of a woman.

    The painting of the two ladies with the book is very textured, with multi directional and distinct brushstrokes creating a very dynamic and layered image. On the other side, the portrait of the woman is smoother in texture overall, but still has a very three dimensional effect. The woman has an air of mystery about her, leaving us wondering what she might be thinking about.

    Painted onto board, both paintings are in very good vintage condition and can be displayed on either side. There is some slight paint loss to the very edges of the board but certainly does not detract from the overall charm of either picture. It could be displayed in its current state on an easel or leant against a shelf. Should you wish to have it framed and would like our assistance, you can contact us via email info@discerningpalette.com.

    Size: 48 x 30cm

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  • Double Sided Portrait II

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    An intriguing double sided oil on board:  one side depicts a striking single portrait of a woman, and the other side depicts a pair of women looking into a book.

    The painting of the two ladies with the book is very textured, with multi directional and distinct brushstrokes creating a very dynamic and layered image. On the other side, the portrait of the woman is smoother in texture overall, but still has a very three dimensional effect. The woman has an air of mystery about her, leaving us wondering what she might be thinking about.

    Painted onto board, both paintings are in very good vintage condition and can be displayed on either side. There is some slight paint loss to the very edges of the board but certainly does not detract from the overall charm of either picture. It could be displayed in its current state on an easel or leant against a shelf. Should you wish to have it framed and would like our assistance, you can contact us via email info@discerningpalette.com.

    Size: 48 x 30cm

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  • Girl in the Garden

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    A richly textured and charming mid-century figurative painting, executed in oil onto canvas.

    Small yet impactful in its composition, the painting portrays a poised young lady whose back is turned to the viewer, creating an aura of mystery and intrigue. She is wearing a decorative hat and dressed in timeless elegance, and is surrounded by a lush garden of vibrant flowers in bloom.

    There is an explosion of colours on the canvas – with rich hues imbuing the painting with an uplifting feel. The artist has also skillfully applied thick and textured brushstrokes – using the impasto technique to create a visually tactile and expressive surface, resulting in a three-dimensional quality.

    This oil on canvas is housed in a deep and ridged gilt frame. Both painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

    Size:  35.5 x 30 cm (including frame)

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  • Nude on Purple Chair

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    A tender and contemplative composition of a nude portrait, painted in oil onto canvas.

    The artist explores the serene presence of a nude female figure, delicately seated on an abstract chair that has been distinguished by its subdued purple hue.

    The figure’s face, devoid of facial features and tilted slightly downwards, suggests a moment of quiet reflection.

    Thin outlines gently define her form and the contours of her body. The use of gentle colours and brushstrokes speaks to the tenderness and serenity within the work.

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

    Size: 29.5 x 26.5 cm (including frame)

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  • Align

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    A gentle and elegant modernist-style figurative portrait, executed in oil onto board.

    The composition is centered around four female figures standing side by side, each adorned in long flowing robes.

    The facial details of the figures have consciously been omitted, inviting us to focus on colour instead, as each robe is in a distinct shade that all harmonise wonderfully together.

    The artist has blended a combination of soft and muted colours as well as smooth and fluid brushstrokes, evoking a gentle and elegant aesthetic to the piece.

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

    Size: 34.5 x 28 cm (including frame)

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  • Train Ride

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    A striking mid-century modernist style scene in a train, executed in oil onto canvas.

    The composition portrays a train journey, with a train carriage filled with passengers, all depicted as black silhouettes. The artist has deliberately omitted their facial features, leaving only the contours of their bodies and some nuances such as a green hat and book reading to convey their personalities.

    The artist has taken a bold approach, using contrasting elements to create a sense of mystery and intrigue. The bright orange seats stand out prominently against the dark silhouettes, creating a vivid and visually arresting contrast.

    This oil on canvas is housed in a wide-profiled dark wood frame.  The painting has light craquelure present to its left side, but the paint layer is stable overall. The frame has a tiny nick to its lower right corner, as shown.

    Size: 34 x 29 cm (including frame)

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  • Sitting Still

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    A brilliantly executed miniature semi-abstract portrait in oil, by the established Swedish artist Ivar Morsing (1919-2009), whose works have been exhibited in public collections including the National Museum in Stockholm, Moderna Museet in Stockholm, Kalmar Museum, and Jönköping Museum.

    In this composition a lone figure is seated by a wall, with his or her features obscured. The figure’s body perceptible only through carefully applied brushstrokes which hint at its structure. There is a poignant quietness to this picture- its impact almost enhanced by its small size – encouraging us to peer closely and take in all the details.

    The painting is housed in a simple but very effective gilt frame, which illuminates the painting and brings out its warm colours. Both painting and frame are in very good vintage condition.

    Size: 25 x 21 cm (including frame)

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  • Tête-à-Tête

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    A brilliantly executed abstract figurative oil composition painted by the established Swedish artist Ivar Morsing (1919-2009), whose works have been exhibited in public collections including the National Museum in Stockholm, Moderna Museet in Stockholm, Kalmar Museum, and Jönköping Museum.

    Small yet impactful in its composition, the painting brings our attention to two figures seated by a wall, seemingly in conversation. Abstract in nature, the figures and their surroundings have been reduced down to short brushstrokes and colour.

    The expressive dabs and small swirls evoke a sense of movement and dynamism, and the dominant use of brown tones in subtle variations creates a warm and earthy atmosphere, and also helps to create depth and three-dimensionality to the painting.

    This oil on board is housed in a complementary wide profile gilt frame that pairs well and illuminates the painting. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

    Size: 26.5 x 26 cm (including frame)

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  • Elegance in Bloom

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    A richly textured and charming mid-century portrait, executed in oil onto canvas and dated 1940 to the reverse.

    Small yet impactful in its composition, the painting portrays a poised young lady whose back is turned to the viewer, creating an aura of mystery and intrigue. She is wearing a decorative hat and dressed in timeless elegance, and is surrounded by a lush garden of vibrant flowers in bloom.

    There is an explosion of colours on the canvas – with bold and rich hues imbuing the painting with liveliness. The artist has also skillfully applied thick and textured brushstrokes – using the impasto technique to create a visually tactile and expressive surface, resulting in a three-dimensional quality.

    This oil on canvas is housed in a deep and ridged gilt frame. The frame has multiple scattered losses as shown, some of which have been filled. The painting is in excellent vintage condition.

    Size: 34.5 x 30 cm (including frame)

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  • Silhouettes at Sea

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    A small and enigmatic mid-century composition, executed in oil onto board.

    2 figures aboard a boat punctuate the foreground of the painting. The direction of the light obscures their details, creating silhouettes of their figures.

    Behind them we see another sailing boat, as well as a big ship passing. The artist has focused on the forms of the composition, playfully using a varied series of shapes and the contrast of light and dark to create depth and a sense of space.

    Lovely swirling brushstrokes capture the effect of the moving water, as well as the reflection of the water on the hull of the ship. A wonderful range of light pastel colours in soft hues of pale blue and delicate pink and yellow contrast against the dark silhouettes of the figures.

    This oil on board is housed in a dark gilt frame. The painting is in very good vintage condition. There is some scuffing present to the frame corners, in keeping with its age.

    Size: 25.5 x 36 cm (including frame)

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  • Walking Past

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    A small and characterful mid century figurative composition, executed in oil onto canvas.

    Painted in a semi-abstract manner, we can discern  2 male figures, both wearing hats and with bags in hand, walking by.

    All realistic details have been omitted, drawing our attention instead to painterly elements such as brushstrokes and colour.

    The painting is characterised by a beautiful restrained palette comprising shades of green, blue and brown, as well as expressive and energetic  brushstrokes that have been executed with much vigour.

    This oil on canvas is housed in its original mid century linen lined frame with an inner gilt window that pairs perfectly with the painting. Both frame and painting are in excellent vintage condition.

    Size: 44 x 36 cm (including frame)

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  • Smell the Roses

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    A joyful and uplifting mid-century figurative composition, executed in oil onto canvas.

    Small yet brimming with character, the painting presents 2 female figures in a lush garden outside a house. They are standing beside a bed of roses, seemingly in conversation and admiring the beauty of nature.

    The artist has used a combination of lively pastel shades and textured brushstrokes, bringing the blooms to life and imbuing the painting with liveliness.

    Aptly titled ‘Smell the Roses’, the painting serves as a reminder to take a moment to experience and enjoy the world around us.

    This oil on board is housed in an attractive deep profile wood frame. There is a small area of paint loss to the upper right corner of the painting, as shown. Otherwise both frame and painting are in very good vintage condition.

    Size: 25 x 31.5 cm (including frame)

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  • Naturelle

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    A stunning mid century figure study executed in oil, painted onto board.

    The artist has beautifully captured the form of the figure’s body, using a subtle range of beige, pink and nude tones, skilfully blending the figure into the background yet keeping her form distinct from the scene.

    This very masterful study features broad and gestural brushstrokes, creating texture and three dimensionality while still maintaining its wonderfully delicate nature.

    This small yet powerful oil painting is housed in a very complementary gilt frame. There is a very small area of surface loss to the top edge of the painting, as shown in close ups, but this does not detract from the overall attractiveness of the piece. There is very minor scuffing to the frame.

    Size: 38 x 30cm (including frame)

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  • Self Portrait

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    A brilliantly executed and very well-balanced portrait, executed in oil onto board.

    The painting depicts a self-portrait of the artist himself. Wearing a yellow hat, the figure is not facing the viewer, and we only get a glimpse of his side profile. The facial features have intentionally been left discreet, focusing our appreciation on the qualities of colour, form and shape.

    Executed in a modernist style and using a limited palette comprising shades of brown, yellow and black, the artist has skilfully reconstructed the composition down to blocks of contrasting colours that have been defined by bold outlines, drawing our attention to their individual form and shape to compose this brilliant portrait.

    This oil on board is housed in its original mid century gilt frame with an inner linen border. The painting and frame are both in excellent vintage condition.

    Size: 34 x 26 cm (including frame)

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  • Rest

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    A small and poignant mid century figurative oil portrait by the well-establish Swedish artist Ivar Morsing (1919-2009), whose works have been exhibited in public collections including the National Museum in Stockholm, Moderna Museet in Stockholm, Kalmar Museum and Jönköping Museum.

    Executed in a semi-abstract manner, the composition presents a seated figure who is at rest. The artist has left out all realistic detail, using gentle yet expressive brushwork, and there is an overall softness to the way he has captured the scene. Despite the use of the very restrained warm colour palette, the artist has very skilfully imbued the painting with a luminosity, which is further enhanced by the gilt frame that surrounds it.

    This oil on canvas board is housed in a complementary gilt frame. The frame corners have a few small losses, but overall the painting and frame are in very good vintage condition.

    Size: 28 x 26 cm (including frame)

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  • Glance

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    A small and subtle vintage portrait study of a nude, executed in oil onto board.

    A female figure is depicted against a burgundy coloured background, with her back facing us. We are only able to get a glimpse of the upper half of her body, and with her gaze turned away, her face is not visible to the viewer.

    This classic oil portrait features painterly brushstrokes that leave a lovely light textural quality to the piece. The artist has also used a soft and muted colour palette that reflects the tender mood of the setting.

    This oil on board is housed in beautiful wood frame with visible grain, and with an inner silver window. Both painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

    Size: 39.5. x 32.5 cm (including frame)

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