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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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Man in an Interior

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A bold and confidently executed mid-century semi-abstract composition, painted in oil onto board and dated 1954, and 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.

This painting presents a figure standing within an interior space, captured in an expressive, almost geometric style.

Semi-abstract in nature, all realistic details have been omitted and the artist has worked with simplified shapes and bold outlines.

Broad, confident brushstrokes give the work a expressive quality. The artist has used a limited yet effective colour palette dominated by muted blues, blacks, and earthy tones, with bold red accents. These contrasting colours work together to create a sense of depth and draw attention to specific areas of 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 some scuffing.

Size: 42 x 48 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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Twilight Coast

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An atmospheric and serene mid-century semi-abstract coastal landscape composition, executed in oil onto board

The painting presents a shoreline and a distant horizon where the land meets the sea, with a gentle gradation of light on the water, evoking a sense of calm as the day transitions into twilight.

The artist has selected a restrained palette dominated by black, grey, and soft blues, creating a tranquil yet somber atmosphere. The use of long, sweeping brushstrokes imbue the work with a soothing quality.

This oil on board is housed in complementary wood frame. The painting has some very small paint losses, but is overall in good vintage condition. The frame has minor scuffs.

Size: 27 x 46.5 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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Walk Through the Woods

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A serene and very pleasant scene of a nature landscape composition, painted in oil onto canvas.

We catch a glimpse of a back-facing silhouette of a figure in a long, flowing lavender coat, standing on a pathway though the woods. Beside her is a dog that she has taken out for a walk. The woods are a sanctuary of tall trees – their straight, towering trunks reaching upward.

The artist has used loose and expressive brushstrokes, suggesting a spontaneous, painterly approach. The colour palette is soft and muted, creating a gentle, dreamlike atmosphere.

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

Size: 46.5 x 39.5 cm (including frame)

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Cubist Forest

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A visually striking mid-century forest landscape painting that masterfully combines elements of geometric abstraction and cubism, executed in oil onto canvas and dated 1965.

The composition presents a nature landscape setting with trees, that has been thoughtfully deconstructed into a harmonious interplay of geometric shapes.

The artist has used a rich and vibrant palette of greens, purples, blues, and orange. These contrasting colours help to demonstrate a sense of depth, while maintaining the flatness of the canvas.

The repetition of colours and shapes creates a rhythmic puzzle-like composition, and the painting invites the viewer to explore the intricate relationship between shapes and colours.

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

Size: 51 x 59 cm (including frame)

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Mountain View in Blue

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

The artist has juxtaposed the hard angles and stark colours of the buildings against the more organic curves and earthier colours of the natural landscape behind it. There is a sense that the mountains in the background have a significance presence, casting its shadow on the village below. The palette is restrained, focusing instead on the forms of the buildings and mountains. There is a restfulness to this painting, evoking a sense of calm and peacefulness.

The painting is housed in a dark wood frame with a linen border. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has a small loss to the lower left corner as shown in the photos, but this is not visible when looking at the painting front on.

Size: 47 x 39 cm (including frame)

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Winter River

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A serene semi-abstract mid-century winter landscape painting, executed in oil onto board.

The composition showcases a frozen river that leads the viewer’s eye into the distance, bordered by trees with reddish-brown foliage and small cabins in the background that are partially obscured by snow.

Semi-abstract in nature, all realistic details have been omitted and there is a strong focus on colour and expressive brushwork.

The artist has used a muted and cool colour palette dominated by blues and greys, capturing the chilly atmosphere of winter. The brushstrokes are bold and visible, adding vitality to the stillness of the snowy scene.

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

Size: 51 x 59 cm (including frame)

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Farm in Colour

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A lively and energetic landscape composition, executed in oil onto canvas and dated 1968 by Swedish artist Uno Vallman (1913-2004) whose works are included in the Swedish National Museum, the Swedish Modern Museum, and also in the collections of Lyndon Johnson, Jimmy Carter, and the Tessin Institute in Paris.

This striking painting presents a female figure walking on a pathway through a farmland. we can spot some cows in the foreground, and red barns in the middle ground. The background depicts valleys and mountains lining the distant horizon.

Containing elements of fauvism and expressionism, this painting emphasises rich colours and decorative pattern.

An array of vibrant and saturated colours as well as distinct energetic and intuitive brushstrokes fill the canvas, imbuing the work with a sense of dynamism. The artist has also used black outlines that provide a sketch-like quality that emphasises the silhouettes of respective forms.

This oil on canvas is housed in a very unique and decoratively painted wood frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has very minor scuffs.

Size: 55 x 62.5 cm (including frame)

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Fragments of Being

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A striking mid-century abstract figurative composition, executed in oil onto canvas and dated 1964.

A group of figures stand against an abstract, muted backdrop composed of earthy tones such as olive green, brown, blue, and hints of mustard yellow and clay.

The artist has skilfully reduced the figures and background into blocks of contrasting colours that harmonise and overlap, creating a sense of depth.

Bold black outlines emphasise the figures’ silhouettes, yet they seem to blend into the background, suggesting a unity between the human forms and their environment.

Expressive, short brushstrokes give the composition a dynamic, lively energy, as though the scene is constantly shifting, reflecting the interplay of movement and stillness.

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

Size: 75.5 x 81 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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Sunlit Terrace

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A striking and lively mid-century modernist style oil painting by Swedish artist Eric Elfvén (1921–2008), whose works have been exhibited in public collections including the Moderna Museet in Stockholm, Jönköping Museum, Borås Art Museum, and the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.

The composition captures a vibrant dining scene on an open-air terrace.

Modernist in its ethos, the artist has skilfully reduced the composition down to blocks of contrasting colour. The use of rich saturated colours—ranging from warm orange, to azure blue and to lush forest greens—creates a vivid contrast that breathes life into the composition. In addition to this, expressive and painterly dabs have been executed with a confident hand.

Overall, the harmonious interplay of shapes and colours brings energy to the moment.

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

Size: 42 x 46 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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City Reflections

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An atmospheric cityscape composition, executed in oil onto canvas and dated 1982.

The subject matter appears to be a European city, likely inspired by historic architectural styles. The artist has focused on the facades of buildings, highlighting tall structures with pointed rooftops and minimal detailing, which convey the essence of the buildings without intricate details.

The colour palette is muted, dominated by shades of earthy greens, browns, and greys, which give the painting a nostalgic, somewhat melancholic feel.

Loose brushstrokes have been dabbed across the canvas. The paint has been applied in broad, layered strokes, and this technique gives the cityscape an impressionistic feel.

This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary silver frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has some very minor scuffs but is in good condition overall.

Size: 61 x 66.5 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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Forest Echoes

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A brilliant abstract landscape painting executed in oil onto canvas in 1989, that features a composition that hints at natural elements while embracing an expressive and non-representational style.

The composition captures the essence of nature and the sense of a landscape distilled into abstract forms. The shapes are abstracted, resembling the forms of leaves. The scene is dominated by a mix of earthy tones, including shades of greens and browns, which resemble a forested area. These colours are balanced by lighter hues of blue, grey, and touches of beige, suggesting the sky and natural light filtering through foliage.

The brushwork is vigorous and dynamic, with visible strokes that create a sense of movement and energy across the canvas. The artist’s technique uses broad, sweeping gestures that overlap and intersect, giving the piece a layered and lightly textured feel.

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

Size: 53 x 63 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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Hilltop House

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A wonderfully executed moody and atmospheric mid-century modernist style coastal landscape composition, painted in oil onto canvas.

This painting captures a scene at dusk, of a house nestled on a hilltop overlooking a vast, distant sea.

The artist’s dynamic, expressive brushstrokes, blending earthy tones and darker hues, evoke the landscape’s energy, while the softer strokes on the sky and sea beautifully convey the serene stillness of nature’s forces.

This oil on canvas is housed in a stunning gilt frame with an inner linen border and gilt window. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 43 x 82.5 cm (including frame)

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Reader in Green

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A serene and minimalist mid-century figurative portrait, executed in oil onto canvas and dated 1962.

The painting captures a portrait of a young girl reclining with a book in hand. Her posture is relaxed, partially lying across a muted beige cloth and green surface, but her facial features are left undefined, leaving an air of mystery. The absence of facial details invites the viewer to focus on her posture and the quiet intimacy of the scene.

A restrained palette of muted greens and soft beiges dominates the palette, evoking a sense of calm and enhancing the contemplative mood. The brushstrokes are soft and deliberate, giving the painting a soothing quality.

The painting is housed in a complementary slim gilt frame. There is a very tiny area of paint loss to the figure’s face, as shown in close up. Otherwise it is in very good condition overall.

Size: 58 x 84 cm (including frame)

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Serene Swim

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A serene mid-century modernist composition, executed in oil onto board by Swedish artist Eric Elfvén (1921–2008), whose works have been exhibited in public collections including the Moderna Museet in Stockholm, Jönköping Museum, Borås Art Museum, and the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.

The composition depicts a figure within a tranquil coastal landscape setting. Standing on a rocky shore with a backdrop of the sea, the figure appears to be gazing out at the water, contemplating taking a dip in the sea.

The colour palette is rich and restrained, consisting of a harmonious mix of forest greens, cool blues, sandy tones, and soft pink hues of the figure. The brushwork is loose and expressive, giving the piece a sense of immediacy and vibrancy.

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

Size: 42 x 34 cm (including frame)

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Wildflowers

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A vibrant and lively mid-century floral still life painting, executed in oil onto canvas.

The composition centres around a lush bouquet of little wildflowers set in a large blue vase. They are set against a rich green backdrop, which complements the vivid bouquet and highlights its brightness.

The artist has used expressive and playful strokes as well as layered dabs of paint, giving the flowers a textured, almost three-dimensional quality.

This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary slim gilt frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has some very minor scuffs, but is in very good vintage condition overall.

Size: 62.5 x 67.5 cm (including frame)

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Yellow Apples

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A calm and restful mid-century modernist style still life painting, executed in oil onto board.

The painting features a simple yet harmonious composition of a table setting with two yellow apples and a blue pitcher that stands out as the focal point. The background is divided into soft and subtle colour blocks: earthy red, sage green, and soft yellow. These gentle and muted tones imbue the work with a soothing feel.

The brushwork are loose and expressive. The artist has wonderfully layered strokes, giving the piece a light tactile quality and adding depth to the scene.

This oil on board is housed in a complementary deep profile distressed gilt frame. Both painting and frame are in very good vintage condition.

Size: 61.5 x 54 cm (including frame)

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George

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A mid-century modernist style figurative composition that evokes a soothing and contemplative atmosphere, executed in oil onto canvas and dated 1951.

The painting presents the side profile of a seated man, his form gently outlined by thin brown strokes that define his silhouette. The background is deep red, offering a striking contrast to the figure, yet the overall feeling is one of calm.

The colour palette is restrained, and the brushstrokes are expressive yet soft and flat.

The artist creatively plays with negative space, leaving portions of the canvas exposed and accentuating the form of the figure.

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

Size: 48 x 40 cm (including frame)

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