• Narcissus (2 of 2)

    Narcissus (2 of 2)

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    This 1970s textile artwork is a serene and finely handwoven tapestry that captures the graceful simplicity of wildflowers through a distinctly Scandinavian modernist lens.

    Depicting a cluster of white blossoms, likely stylised irises or narcissi, the composition radiates calm and balance. The flowers, with their pure white petals accented by subtle blue-grey shadows and warm orange-yellow centres, rise elegantly among slender green blades of grass. The vertical rhythm of the leaves and stems gives the piece a gentle upward motion, as if the flowers are stretching toward the light.

    The earthy brown background provides a rich contrast, grounding the composition and allowing the whites and greens to appear luminous and fresh. This natural palette — of greens, whites, and browns softened by muted tones — reflects the Nordic reverence for nature’s quiet beauty and seasonal transitions.

    Mounted on a neutral linen border, the piece exudes a tactile warmth and timeless craftsmanship. The woven texture enhances the organic quality of the design, inviting both visual and tactile appreciation.

    Elegant in its restraint and evocative in its simplicity, this 1970s tapestry embodies the Scandinavian ethos of finding harmony in nature — a handwoven celebration of purity, renewal, and understated beauty.

    This vintage tapestry remains in very good condition. It is mounted onto fabric lined board, and is ready to hang. The needlepoint is very slightly irregular, which is typical for handmade or traditionally textile pieces, adding to its authenticity and charm.

    Size:  40 x 27 cm

     

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  • Linnaea Flowers

    Linnaea Flowers

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    This 1973 textile artwork is a beautifully handwoven tapestry that captures the gentle elegance of nature through stylised floral abstraction — a hallmark of Scandinavian textile design from the era.

    Depicting a cluster of bell-shaped flowers, the composition features tall, arching green stems crowned with soft pink blossoms that seem to nod delicately, as if swaying in a quiet breeze. The flowers are rendered in subtle tonal variations of pink and rose, lending them depth and warmth, while the leaves at the base are woven in cool greens and blue-greens, grounding the composition with solidity and balance.

    The background alternates between deep brown and navy vertical stripes, a striking yet understated contrast that gives rhythm and structure to the design. This interplay of earthy and dusky tones allows the pastel blooms to glow softly, adding a sense of serenity and intimacy to the piece.

    Mounted on a natural linen backing, the tapestry exudes both simplicity and sophistication — a tactile celebration of handcraft and nature.

    With its rhythmic pattern, gentle palette, and handmade texture, this 1973 work perfectly embodies the Scandinavian modern ethos: organic, contemplative, and quietly joyful.

    This vintage tapestry remains in very good condition. It is mounted onto fabric lined board, and is ready to hang. The needlepoint is very slightly irregular, which is typical for handmade or traditionally textile pieces, adding to its authenticity and charm.

    Size:  21 x 24 cm

     

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  • Variegated Tulips

    Variegated Tulips

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    1970 – folk art tapestry

    This vintage tapestry remains in very good condition. The needlepoint is very slightly irregular, which is typical for handmade or traditionally textile pieces, adding to its authenticity and charm.

    Size:  21 x 24 cm

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  • Tea Set

    Tea Set

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    An elegant and gentle contemporary still life composition painted in a naïve style, executed in oil onto board.

    The composition depicts a tea set, including a teapot, two cups with saucers, a plate, and two vases containing delicate flowers.

    The style is naive, with a focus on simplicity and charm. The imperfect lines and subtle layering of paint lend the piece a rustic, handcrafted quality, while the checkerboard-patterned background adds depth and structure to the composition.

    The palette consists of soft neutral tones, including beige, cream, and white, with accents of pink from the flowers and hints of orange-brown dots on the crockery. These colours convey warmth and simplicity, evoking a soothing and nostalgic feel.

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

    Size: 33.5 x 33.5 cm (including frame)

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  • Chair & Vessels

    Chair & Vessels

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    A small yet compelling mid-century modernist interior scene executed in a geometric abstraction style and muted tonal harmony, painted in oil onto board.

    The composition features a simplified domestic arrangement –  a wooden chair, a tabletop with ceramic vessels –  all rendered in blocky, interlocking planes. The artist’s approach flattens space, drawing influence from Cubism, while retaining the warmth and familiarity of a lived-in interior.

    The muted palette consists of greens, blues, and browns, evoking a calm, contemplative atmosphere. The brushwork is assertive and sculptural, with short, directional strokes that build texture and form without over-modelling. Each object is distilled to its essential volume, balancing abstraction with recognisability.

    This oil on board is housed in a complementary deep, gold-edged frame with an inner linen lining. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition. 

    Size: 30 x 20 cm (including frame)

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  • Three Painted Forms II

    Three Painted Forms II

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    An engaging and powerful abstract composition by British contemporary artist Lloyd Durling, executed in graphite, oil pastel, and oil stick on Arches paper, and dated 2022.

    This painting embodies a sense of tranquillity and balance through its thoughtful composition, muted tones, and textured surface. The abstracted forms, reminiscent of stones or play objects, evoke a quiet, contemplative mood. Its minimalist style invites the viewer to appreciate the beauty of simple shapes and subtle variations in colour and texture, making it a poetic and meditative piece.

    This painting is a beautifully restrained and contemplative work, blending abstract and minimalist elements. The soft colour palette, organic textures, and balanced composition create a peaceful, introspective atmosphere. Its simplicity invites viewers to engage with the subtle details and textures, making it a quietly compelling piece.

    Lloyd is based in London and his practice is painting-based. His first international solo show was in 2010 at Golden in Chicago and he has exhibited widely throughout Europe, Asia and the US. In 2017 he was awarded a Pollock-Krasner Foundation grant. Lloyd’s works are held in public and private collections worldwide, including the Whitworth Art Gallery and Museum, Progressive collection, America and Nomura Bank, Japan.

    This painting is mounted and presented in a light wood frame, behind glass. Both painting and frame are in excellent condition.

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    Size: 32 x 39 cm (including frame)

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  • Red Amaryllis

    Red Amaryllis

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    An uplifting and expressive mid-century modernist still life painting, executed in oil onto board.

    The composition features a vibrant arrangement of red amaryllis flowers placed in a green jug, set against an abstracted background. The composition is thoughtfully balanced, with the rich red of the blossoms drawing the viewer’s attention, while the surrounding foliage and vase provide contrast.

    Executed in an expressive style, the painting exhibits bold colour blocking and simplified forms. The palette is earthy and muted, with browns, blues, and greys forming the backdrop, while the foreground is energised by the deep crimson of the flowers and the bright citrus tones of fruit resting on a plate.

    The brushwork is loose and textured, with visible, confident strokes that create a sense of movement and depth. The application of paint varies, from thicker to more fluid, blended sections, enhancing the overall dynamism of the piece.

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

    Size: 38 x 31.5 cm (including frame)

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  • Three Pears

    Three Pears

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    A charming and brilliantly executed mid-century modernist still life painting, executed in oil onto board and dated 1966.

    Small yet impactful in its composition, the painting presents three pears against a blue background. The pears, rendered in soft yellows and greens, are arranged in a balanced yet dynamic grouping, with subtle shadows anchoring them in space.

    This piece is executed in a modernist style, with a strong emphasis on shape, light, and composition rather than realistic details. The artist has used a painterly approach with visible, angular brushstrokes that add a sense of structure and depth to the forms.

    The colour palette is harmonious, featuring warm tones for the fruit contrasting beautifully against the cool blue background.

    This oil on board is housed in a beautiful wood and gilt frame with multiple profiles, that suits the painting very well. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition. 

    Size: 29 x 37 cm (including frame)

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  • Pears and Bottle

    Pears and Bottle

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    A small yet impactful contemporary Cornish still life painting, executed in oil onto panel and dated 2012.

    The composition presents  a bowl of pears, and a colourful bottle thoughtfully arranged on a white rectangular tabletop.

    The artist has used a restrained colour palette dominated by muted greys, earthy yellows, blues, and a striking touch of warm red. These hues work harmoniously to create a balanced, contemplative atmosphere.

    The brushwork is loose yet deliberate, with visible textures that lend depth and tactility to the surface. The softened edges and subtle tonal shifts suggest an interplay of light and shadow, enhancing the painting’s quiet and serene essence.

    This oil on panel is housed in a complementary white frame. The painting is in excellent condition, and the frame has some light marks. 

    Size: 31 x 36 cm (including frame)

     

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  • Blue Jug & Pipe

    Blue Jug & Pipe

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    A brilliantly executed and characterful surrealist still life composition, executed in tempera on board, by the established Swedish artist Eric Cederberg (1897-1984), whose artworks have been represented in several public and museum collections across Sweden.

    This oil on board is presented in a gilt frame with an inner linen border. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has some minor scuffing but is in good condition overall.

    Size: 27 x 32 cm (including frame)

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  • Olives

    Olives

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    A small but impactful mid century modernist abstract composition, painted in oil onto canvas and framed behind glass.

    This painting is an abstract composition with a focus on texture and earthy tones, dominated by dark brown and black tones with hints of green and olive. A patch of light beige appears on the right side, creating contrast and breaking up the darker hues.

    The central area features overlapping layers of dark paint, applied with visible, expressive brushstrokes. Two circular green forms are visible, possibly resembling abstracted fruit nestled within the darker layers.

    The paint is thickly applied in some areas, emphasizing movement and adding depth through the use of bold, gestural strokes. The textured surface suggests an exploration of form and materiality.

    The piece conveys a sense of mystery and organic forms, with an emphasis on tactile qualities and abstraction. It evokes natural elements like soil or bark, blending a moody color scheme with a contemplative, textured aesthetic.

    The painting is surrounded by a cream card mount within a simple light wood frame, which complements the earthy tones of the artwork. It is framed behind glass. Both frame and painting are in good vintage condition.

    Size: 22.5 x 43.5 cm (including frame)

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  • Pears & Pipe

    Pears & Pipe

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    A brilliantly executed and characterful mid-century still life composition executed in tempera on board, by the established Swedish artist Eric Cederberg (1897-1984), whose artworks have been represented in several public and museum collections across Sweden.

    The artwork features a still life arrangement, including a bowl of pears and a lemon, a brown pitcher, and a white pipe. These objects rest on a wooden table, with a checkered floor and an abstracted interior in the background, which includes a bright blue doorway and a polka-dotted wall.

    Inviting viewers to revel in the simple beauty of everyday objects, the painting blends realism and cubist influences, through meticulous brushwork and keen attention to detail, as well as by simplifying the objects into bold, flat shapes.

    The colour palette is rich, and the brushstrokes are precise, smooth and clean – emphasising the flatness of the shapes and focusing on clarity and boldness rather than texture or intricate detail.

    This tempera on board is housed in a well-suited gilt frame and and inner linen border. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

    Size: 28.5 x 34 cm (including frame)

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  • Jug & Pears

    Jug & Pears

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    A small but brilliantly executed modernist still life composition in tempera, dated 1979 by the established Swedish artist Eric Cederberg (1897-1984), whose artworks have been represented in several public and museum collections across Sweden.

    The painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

    Size: 18 x 20 cm (including frame)

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