Still Life – Page 8 – The Discerning Palette

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Chair & Vase

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

The composition presents a warmly lit domestic scene, featuring a wooden chair with a glass vase containing lush green foliage. The setting is defined by a terracotta-tiled floor and a softly blended background, suggesting a tranquil, sunlit corner of a home.

Reminiscent of Vincent Van Gogh’s expressive interior works, the painting embraces bold, energetic outlines and a vivid colour palette that leans into warm earth tones—bright oranges, yellow, and greens. The brushstrokes are dynamic and gestural, giving the composition a sense of movement and vitality. Much like Van Gogh’s chair paintings, this piece balances structure with an emotive, almost raw interpretation of space and form.

The brushstrokes are loose yet deliberate, lending the composition a sense of spontaneity and liveliness.

This oil on canvas is housed in a very well-suited distressed wood frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. There is some minor wear to the inner border of the frame but it is in very good condition otherwise.

Size: 76 x 65cm (including frame)

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Grapes & Pears

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A brilliantly executed and characterful mid-century still life composition executed in tempera on boar and dated 1977, by the established Swedish artist Eric Cederberg (1897-1984), whose artworks have been represented in several public and museum collections across Sweden.

In this excellent composition, an arrangement of fruit including pears and grapes sit in a bright teal bowl beside an lemon and a bottle, with a background that suggests a framed window or artwork.

Inviting viewers to revel in the simple beauty of everyday objects, the artist masterfully captures the essence of realism through his meticulous brushwork and keen attention to detail.

The use of rich tempera hues lends depth and warmth to the scene. Every brushstroke is executed with precision, capturing the intricacies of each object, contributing to the overall illusion of depth and form.

This tempera on board is housed in a well-suited wood frame with an inner gilt window and a lovely inner green velvet border. The painting is in excellent vintage condition and the frame has very minor scuffs, but is in good condition overall.

Size: 40 x 44.5 cm (including frame)

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Expect

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A mid-century modernist style interior still life painting that captures a moment of tranquil elegance, executed in oil onto canvas.

Centered on a table rests a plate of fruit, featuring a red apple and an orange. Behind the table, we can spot a chair that is partially veiled by a soft grey cloth, as well as a cylindrical object. The backdrop, a deep midnight black, serves as a dramatic canvas, allowing the colours of each element to radiate.

The palette comprises a mix of gentle and earthy hues. The thoughtful choice of colours enhances the overall visual harmony of the painting as the respective forms pick up the colours from one another, particularly the beige, orange, and blue accents.

The brushstrokes, delicately textured, contribute to the overall soothing ambiance of the painting.

This oil on canvas is is housed in a complementary gilt frame with wonderful red undertones. The painting is in good vintage condition, and the frame has minor scuffing.

Size: 43 x 53 cm (including frame)

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Violin by Candlelight

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A very well executed mid century modernist still life composition, painted in oil onto canvas.

A violin sits atop music sheet notes, leaning against a stack of books that has a candle resting on it. Perhaps this painting alludes to the well known phrase ‘burning the midnight oil’, where someone has spent a long time studying and practicing their music. The well burnt candle seems to suggest this – that work has been done through the night.

The artwork has been painted in an expressionist manner in a rich and vivid palette, with gestural and textured brushwork is visible. Areas of impasto can be seen, where the paint has been applied thickly, giving this painting its textured surface.

This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary dark wood frame with an inner gilt as well as linen border. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has minor scuffs, but this is in keeping with its vintage style.

Size: 53 x 43 cm (including frame)

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Bottle & Pears in Window

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A brilliantly executed contemporary still life composition in oil, painted onto canvas and presented in a white floater frame that suits it impeccably.

This painting is a still life with a minimalist, introspective mood, characterized by simplicity and muted tones, reminiscent of the still lifes of Modernist painter Giorgio Morandi.

A tall, dark glass bottle is centrally placed, with its subtle translucence hinting at texture. Three pears, varying in size and positioned around the bottle, add organic shapes to the otherwise geometric scene. The objects rest on a ledge or tabletop, which extends diagonally and leads the viewer’s eye toward the back of the space.

The setting is framed by a window or plain wall, with soft natural light illuminating the objects. The background is painted in light blue and grey tones, contrasting with the darker colours of the objects.

The painting is made up of a subdued colour palette of earthy greens, browns, blues, and greys. The lighting emphasizes subtle gradations in tone, enhancing the quiet and reflective atmosphere.

The brushwork is smooth and controlled, giving the painting a serene, balanced feeling. The style is reminiscent of classical still-life traditions but simplified for a modern aesthetic.

This work conveys a contemplative atmosphere, focusing on the interplay of light, shadow, and space.

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

Size: 46.5 x 46.5 cm (including frame)

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By the Lighthouse

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A soothing and brilliantly executed composition that depict a serene harbour scene, painted in oil onto board by the established Swedish artist Richard Björklund (1897–1974) whose works have been exhibited in public collections including the National Museum in Stockholm, Moderna Museet in Stockholm, Malmo Museum, Ystads Art Museum, and others.

This scenic painting captures a view of moored boats with masts extending upwards by a dockside, and a lighthouse in the background.

The artist has worked under a largely modernist ethos, simplifying the scene down to blocks of colours, using contrasting tones to create depth and space within the picture.

The brushstrokes are smooth and gentle. The palette is muted and harmonious, featuring soft blues, greens, greys, whites, and earthy yellows with occasional hints of red or brown. This subdued colour scheme evokes a quiet, atmospheric mood, enhancing the calmness and simplicity of the scene.

This oil on board is housed in a unique gilt frame with layers of a black, silver, as well as a cream border. The painting is excellent vintage condition, and the frame has some losses to its edges.

Size: 56.5 x 48.5 cm (including frame)

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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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Scarlet Apples

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A brilliantly executed mid century modernist still life composition, executed in oil onto canvas.

A grouping of 9 lusciously red apples sit against an abstract backdrop, our eyes drawn to their richness against the more diaphanous pinky blue background. The apples appear to be in their positions by chance, but yet it is almost certain that the artist has carefully considered their arrangement, creating a composition that has a lovely rhythm and excellent balance. The background is had been painted in an expressive manner, with loose brushstrokes creating a light and atmospheric scene, further accentuating the vividness of the apples.

This oil on canvas is housed in a very well suited slim gold frame, which illuminates the painting beautifully. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 49 x 58 cm (including frame)

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Soft Blooms

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A gentle and dreamy mid-century modernist style still life composition, executed in oil onto canvas.

The painting is characterised by an abstracted and expressive portrayal of an arrangement o vibrant orange flowers as well as a plate on a tabletop, set against a background of soft blended light shades.

All realistic details have been omitted, and the objects have been rendered with a mix of gestural and deliberate strokes, exuding spontaneity and simplicity.

The palette is a harmonious mix of soft pastels—pink, white, and lavender—serving as a backdrop to the bold orange of the flowers. Subtle earthy tones, such as beige and muted green define the tabletop, creating balance and grounding the composition.

The brushstrokes are dynamic and loose, conveying movement and an emotional depth. The artist has skilfully layered contrasting shades, allowing the underpainting to peek through in areas.

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

Size: 63 x 52 cm (including frame)

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Still Life with Lantern

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An expressive mid-century modernist style still life composition, executed in oil onto canvas and dated 1963.

It presents a carefully arranged tabletop composition – a lush green plant with broad leaves dominates the foreground, while various vessels, including a glass lantern, a white pitcher, and a brown bottle, as well as a lime and onions are thoughtfully positioned against an abstracted background.

The artist has worked under a largely modernist ethos, subtly fragmenting the scene down to blocks of colours, using contrasting tones to create depth and space within the picture.

The palette is a sophisticated blend of cool and neutral tones, including muted greens, earthy browns, soft greys, and hints of blue. The subdued colour harmony enhances the sense of quiet stillness.

The brushwork is loose yet deliberate, with visible and expressive strokes that add texture and movement to the composition. The layering of paint and dynamic application suggest a painterly approach, lending the scene a sense of immediacy and liveliness.

This oil on canvas is very well suited linen-lined frame with an inner cream border. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has minor wear, commensurate with age.

Size: 56 x 76 cm (including frame)

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Tabletop Ensemble

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A brilliantly executed mid-century still life composition that contains elements of cubism and abstraction, painted in oil onto canvas and dated 1959.

The artist has deconstructed everyday objects—like pitchers, cups, and tables—into geometric shapes and overlapping planes, creating a layered, fragmented perspective that invites viewers to explore multiple dimensions simultaneously.

The colour palette is a blend of muted, earthy tones, such as olive green, mustard yellow, burnt orange, and dark teal, combined with accents of grey and black. These colours contribute to a warm yet restrained atmosphere. The shapes are outlined and juxtaposed with tonal shifts, which gives depth to the flat surfaces.

The brushstrokes are smooth and controlled, enhancing the sense of geometric clarity and maintaining the structured composition. This painting evokes a sense of stillness and balance, achieved through the careful arrangement of shapes and colours.

This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary slim wood frame frame. The painting has some scattered losses at its edges as shown, but is overall in good vintage condition otherwise.

Size: 57 x 70 cm (including frame)

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Essence of Objects

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An outstanding mid-century still life composition in the style of abstract expressionism, executed in oil onto canvas.

The composition is filled with loosely defined everyday objects, whereby the artist has reimagined them as abstract shapes and forms. The arrangement is dense, giving the painting a sense of fullness.

Abstract expressionist in nature, the painting conveys emotions through colour and shape, rather than through realistic representational forms.

The colour palette consist of muted tones with contrasting pops of striking reds and orange.

The brushstrokes are energetic and gestural. These strokes do not aim for precision nor to fully define each form, but instead to capture a sense of immediacy and movement, suggesting the artist painted with vigour and spontaneity.

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

Size: 54 x 63 cm (including frame)

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Moonlit Pears

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A brilliantly executed and characterful surrealist still life composition, executed in tempera on board and dated 1980, by the established Swedish artist Eric Cederberg (1897-1984), whose artworks have been represented in several public and museum collections across Sweden.

The central focus of the composition is a bold and vibrant selection of red pears, a yellow bowl, and a cluster of purple grape that have been thoughtfully arranged. They are set against a desert-like landscape with rocky mountains and under a crescent moon. The combinations of forms lends the painting a surreal, dreamlike quality.

The colour palette is vibrant yet balanced. The deep reds of the pears draws our attention, and the bold colours of the fruit and bowl stand out against the tan middle ground. Additionally, the black shadows and dark forms in the background provide depth and a sense of mystery.

The brushstrokes are smooth and meticulous, contributing to the tempera medium’s characteristic flatness and opacity. This technique lends the painting a polished, clean aesthetic.

This tempera on board is housed in a well-suited gilt frame with an inner linen border. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has very minor wear along its left edge.

Size: 34 x 39 cm (including frame)

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Still Life with a View

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A vibrant and striking mid-century interior still life painting, executed in oil onto board.

The composition features an interior scene with vase with a flowers and a tray of fruits on a table. In the background, there is an interior space, and a window with a view of architectural forms.

Taking a semi-abstract approach, the forms are not realistic but are simplified, with a focus on the interplay of colour and brushstrokes.

The colour palette is muted yet lively, featuring soft greens, subdued yellows and orange, light pinks, and touches of blue and white that harmonise wonderfully together.

The composition is a masterful display of the artist’s ability to layer contrasting shades through the use of short and expressive brushstrokes, contributing to a sense of texture, depth, as well as visual interest.

This oil on board is housed in a very well-suited wood frame with an inner gilt window. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 63.5 x 58.5 cm (including frame)

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Candlestick & Fruit

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A lively mid-century post-impressionist interior still life composition, executed in oil onto board.

Featuring a red candlestick as its focal point, the painting also includes a jug, a dish with a pipe, green fruits, books, and a blue box, all arranged on a table and set against a greenish-blue backdrop.

Containing elements of post-impressionism, the painting is characterised by rich colours as well as loose and distinctive brushwork.

The colour palette is rich and vibrant, creating a visually stimulating atmosphere. The use of expressive brushstrokes, combined with a lightly textured surface, contribute to the painting’s dynamic and emotive quality.

This oil on board is housed in beautiful distressed style wood frame that is very thick and heavy, and that complements the painting very well. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 63 x 74 cm (including frame)

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Fruit Medley

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A very pleasant mid-century modernist style still life composition, painted in oil onto board and dated 1953.

Inviting viewers to appreciate the beauty of simple, everyday objects, the composition features a mix of fruits, including green pears, an apple, two dark purple plums, and a kiwi. The background is minimal, with soft, earthy beige and warm tones that allow the colours of the fruits to stand out.

The use of expressive brushstrokes brings an energetic yet serene feel to the overall composition. The colours are muted yet vibrant, with each fruit featuring a blend of hues that adds depth and light texture. The shadows from the fruit are painted with broad strokes with darker tones, suggesting an interesting play of light and bringing a sense of three-dimensionality to the composition.

This oil on board is housed in a complementary wood frame with an inner linen border. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has minor wear commensurate with age, but is in good condition overall.

Size: 33 x 48.5 cm (including frame)

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Cubist Interior

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A brilliantly executed mid-century still life composition with strong cubist influences, painted in oil onto board.

The composition features a chair, a lemon, a table, and a vase with elongated green leaves, set against a structured interior setting.

Drawing inspiration from elements of cubism and geometric abstraction, the artist has masterfully flattened and fragmented the scene down to distinct geometric planes and angular shapes that interact with one another. Each respective shape seems to occupy its own distinct space, yet together they form a cohesive and harmonious whole.

The colour palette is muted and earthy, dominated by browns, creams, and subdued pinks, contrasted by a pop of green from the leaves and the yellow accent from the lemon on the table. These contrasting darker and lighter tones highlight the three-dimensional qualities of each object, whilst simultaneously emphasising the two-dimensional flatness of the board.

This oil on board is housed in a complementary wood frame. The painting has some minor surface marks, and the frame has some light scuffing.

Size: 47 x 62.5 cm (including frame)

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Fish and Lemons

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A refreshing and expressive mid-century still life composition, executed in oil onto board.

The painting depicts a still life scene of fish on a round brown plate accompanied by two vibrant yellow lemons. The objects are placed on a muted, gray-toned surface, which contrasts with the vibrant colours of the fish and lemons, allowing them to stand out.

The artist has confidently executed loose and expressive brushstrokes, creating an impression of spontaneity. The strokes are visible and swift, adding vibrancy to the scene.

This oil on board is housed in a complementary wood frame that has a beautiful subtle green inner border. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 37 x 45 cm (including frame)

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Lilies on Pink

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A large, vibrant and playful floral painting on canvas, executed in a modernist style.

The painting features a purple vase of white calla lilies, all set against a pink backdrop. There is a wonderful balance and rhythm across the painting, with the flowing stems of the lilies juxtaposed against the more structured form of the vase and its pedestal. The colours of the flowers and vase contrast against the pink of the background, creating a bright and uplifting effect.

This large acrylic on canvas is housed in a complementary pine wood frame. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 61 x 82.5 cm (including frame)

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Red Fruit

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A captivating mid-century modernist still life painting that blends simplicity and abstraction with bold colour contrasts, executed in oil onto canvas.

The composition features two vibrant red fruit set against a deep blue surface, framed by a soft, muted architectural background.

The artist’s confident brushstrokes add texture and movement, particularly in the foreground, where blocks of colour overlap and interact.

The interplay of cool blues and greys with the warmth of the red creates a striking visual tension, drawing the viewer’s eye to the fruit as the focal point.

This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary slim wood frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has some slight age wear to its edges but is very stable.

Size: 42 x 48 cm (including frame)

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Seagull by the Sea

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A lively and charming mid-century composition that captures both a tabletop arrangement and a coastal town in the background, executed in oil onto board.

A seagull perches playfully beside a tabletop adorned with a tall black bottle, a white pitcher holding delicate stems, and a decorative bowl resting on a patterned cloth. The serene backdrop features blue waters and a row of houses.

Reflecting influences of modernism and naïve art, simplified forms, clean lines, and smooth brushwork make up this composition as the artist has skilfully simplified the buildings, table, and objects into geometric shapes and with a flattened perspective.

An uplifting colour palette featuring cool tones of blues as well as earthy neutral shades have been used, creating a sense of strong sense of balance.

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

Size: 60 x 45 cm (including frame)

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Still Life on Window Sill

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A solemn mid-century still life composition that captures a tranquil moment with three objects thoughtfully arranged on a window sill, painted in oil onto board and dated 1968.

The artist has used short, distinct brushstrokes that bring a painterly texture to the scene and imbues the work with an expressive quality.

The restrained colour palette, consisting of muted reds, browns, and whites, sets a subdued tone, giving the composition a moody feel.

Depth is achieved through the skilful overlaying of colours, while the use of contrasting light and dark shades accentuate the three-dimensional quality of the objects. The window in the background is minimally suggested, allowing the focus to remain on the quiet arrangement of the objects and the interplay of light and dark tones.

This oil on board is housed in a complementary gilt frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has scuffing and some slight surface paint loss at its bottom left corner.

Size: 34.5 x 42 cm (including frame)

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Vases & Jugs

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A gentle and soothing mid-century double-sided painting with a still life at the front and a portrait on reverse, executed in oil onto canvas and dated 1959.

The composition features an assortment of jugs and vases arranged on a flat surface. The objects include a green bottle, a beige round jug, a yellowish earthenware pot, and a teal vase, along with a small orange-brown form that resembles a piece of fruit.

The background is divided into abstract sections of muted colours, such as pale grey. soft blues, and warm ochre, providing a neutral yet subtly textured backdrop.

The overall colour palette is subdued, dominated by muted earthy greens, blues, and yellows, infusing the painting with a soothing quality.

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

Size: 54 x 64 cm (including frame)

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Still Life with Bird

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A captivating mid-century modernist style still life composition, executed in oil and dated 1957.

The subject matter includes a black bird with a vibrant red-and-purple tail perched on a pedestal, alongside a fruit arrangement of oranges and an apple set on a decorative dish. The background consists of muted tones, with one half showing a flat pinkish colour and the other featuring parallel lines, possibly suggesting a wall or curtain.

Modernist in its ethos, the painting has a focus on flatness, bold outlines, and simplified shapes. The artist has used a muted palette dominated by shades of pinks, greens, browns, and greys, that imbue the work with a soothing quality.

Furthermore, by leaving areas of the canvas exposed, the artist’s creative use of negative space accentuates the shapes of the objects, drawing our attention to their distinct forms.

This oil on canvas has been laid onto board, is housed in a complementary frame with multiple borders. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 47 x 38 cm (including frame)

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The Wooden Chest

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A brilliantly executed mid-century composition of a well-decorated interior scene, executed in oil onto canvas.

The composition presents the top half of a beautifully crafted wooden chest that showcases intricate detailing and elaborate carvings. Atop the chest sits a bowl brimming with striking red apples as well as a vase. Draping down from above, a piece of blue cloth from the curtain cascades gracefully onto the chest. This interplay between the sturdy wooden chest and the delicate fabric adds depth and interest to the scene. On the wall behind the chest, an artwork of a landscape scene hangs behind.

The painting is a testament to meticulous brushwork, with every detail rendered with precision and care, bringing the scene to life.

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

Size: 56 x 66 cm (including frame)

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Fish & Pears

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A lively and expressive modernist style still life painting influenced by the St Ives School studio, executed in oil onto board.

The composition depicts a table with various objects: fish, pears, a pitcher and a cup, set against a blue backdrop.

The style is expressive and painterly, with an emphasis on flattened forms, bold outlines and geometric shapes, rather than realistic details.

The palette is restrained yet vibrant, dominated by cool tones like blues and greys, balanced with warm neutrals hues. The contrasting colours provide visual harmony and emphasise the shapes of the objects against the background.

The brushstrokes are expressive, and the paint appears to have been applied in layers, with visible, deliberate strokes creating depth and movement. This dynamic handling of paint gives the composition a lively, almost rhythmic quality.

This oil on board is housed in a distressed wood frame that complements the painting very well. There is a surface mark on the left side of painting (as shown in the close up), otherwise it is in good condition. The frame has minor age wear, but nothing that detracts.

Size: 60 x 75 cm (including frame)

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Studio Still Life

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An expressive mid-century interior scene still life painting, executed in oil onto canvas.

This richly detailed composition draws the viewer’s eye across various elements, each thoughtfully placed and imbued with vibrant colour. The scene appears to be a tabletop arrangement with objects carefully organised. At the center, a blue jug anchors the composition. To its left, a cluster of paintbrushes in a deep red container suggests the presence of an artist. To the right, a bowl filled with oranges and lemons adds a lively contrast against a green backdrop. The objects rests on a checkered tablecloth, that adds structure to the painting. Above these elements, a small framed image within the painting shows three abstracted figures. This inset image appears almost like a magazine cutout.

The artist has selected a rich and striking colour palette. The brushwork feels confident and spontaneous, with broad, expressive strokes that contribute to the composition’s sense of vibrancy and immediacy.

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

Size: 55 x 64.5 cm (including frame)

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Bottle and Jars

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An uplifting mid-century modernist still-life composition, executed in oil onto board.

The composition depicts everyday objects including bottles and jars arranaged on a tabletop. The artist reduces these items to simplified geometric forms, creating an abstracted and fragmented representation of a still life.

A muted yet vibrant palette of pastels colours have been used. Soft pinks, creams, and whites provide a background, while blues, greens, reds, and yellows punctuate the composition, bringing a wonderful contrast.

The brushstrokes are loose and lightly textured, with visible layering that enhances the visual interest of the painting.

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

Size: 61 x 78 cm (including frame)

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Figures under Moonlight

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A brilliant mid-century figurative composition, executed in oil onto canvas by the established Swedish artist Fabian Lundqvist (1913-1989), whose works have been represented in many public collections in Sweden.

The painting captures a scene of two figures under moonlight. On the left beside a patterned curtain, a harlequin is stylishly dressed in a hat and in checkered clothing. Behind him on the right, is a ballerina in green.

They appear to be on an outdoor stage, and the artist has captured the evening scene in a very elegant manner, using muted tones of blueish greens to capture the moonlit glow.

The artist’s brushstrokes are gentle, soft, and precise, reflecting a careful attention to detail. The overall muted colours create a subdued and mysterious atmosphere.

This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary wood frame with an inner gilt window that suits that painting very well. The painting is in very good condition, and the frame has some minor scuffing. but nothing that detracts from the overall appearance of the piece.

Size: 59 x 68 cm (including frame)

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Green Jug and Fruit

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

Inviting viewers to appreciate the beauty of everyday objects, the composition features a dark green jug accompanied by three round fruits placed atop a dark surface. The background is composed of soft, muted greens and pale yellows, creating a subtle, harmonious contrast with the darker shades of the jug and the fruit.

The artist has used loose, expressive brushstrokes, which add a sense of movement and spontaneity to the piece. The visible strokes gives the objects an almost abstract quality, emphasising form over detailed realism.

This oil on board is housed in very well suited frame with with multiple border, adding character to the painting. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has some minor scuffing.

Size: 43.5 x 31.5 cm (including frame)

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