Carl Johansson Courtyard With Elegantly Dressed Couple, Original Oil Paintingc. 1905
Stockholm, Sweden
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Item details
Height
49.0 cm
Width
42.0 cm
Depth
0.01 cm
Wear conditions
Average
Wear conditions
Excellent
Shows little to no signs of wear and tear.
Good
May show slight traces of use in keeping with age. Most vintage and antique items fit into this condition.
Average
Likely to show signs of some light scratching and ageing but still remains in a fair condition.
Apparent Wear and Tear
Visible signs of previous use including scratches, chips or stains.
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Description
This exquisite painting, "Courtyard With Elegantly Dressed Couple" by the Swedish artist Carl Johansson, is a vibrant illustration of life at the turn of the 20th century. Dating back to around 1905, the artwork features a gravel pathway leading to two charming old houses bathed in the embrace of abundant greenery. The scene is completed by an elegantly dressed couple standing outside the house, suggesting they may be on their way to a sophisticated gathering.
Carl Johansson, born in Härnösand, was a true son of Norrland from where he drew much of his artistic inspiration. He also captured landscapes from France, Tenerife, and Italy.
Johansson's artistic prowess was nurtured early on by his drawing teacher Conny Burman and further developed under the tutelage of Edvard Perséus. His formal art education commenced at the Royal Swedish Academy of Fine Arts in 1882, but he later joined the Opponents in 1885, which led to his departure from the Academy.
His travels to France, Teneriffa, and Italy influenced his work, leading him to participate in prestigious events such as the World's Fair in Paris and exhibitions in Buenos Aires and San Francisco. Johansson held his first solo exhibition in 1933 and continued to showcase his work throughout his life.
Johansson's painting style evolved from meticulously detailed landscapes to a more impressionistic approach after encountering the works of French artists like Claude Monet and Camille Pissarro. This change introduced a new dimension to his work, marked by clearer and cooler colors, and a pronounced blue hue in his later years, earning him the nickname "Ultramarine Johansson."
Known as "The Norrland Painter," Johansson's work is esteemed in several prominent collections, including the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm. His legacy as a painter is marked by a commitment to technical excellence and an analytical approach to capturing the essence of the Swedish landscape.
oil on wood panel
signed Carl Johansson
unframed: 38 x 31 cm (approximately 15 x 12 inches)
framed: 49 x 42 cm (approximately 19 x 17 inches)
Provenance:
A Swedish private collection.
Condition report:
Cleaned by professional art conservator 2024, the colors are bright and clear. There are small fine cracks in the paint layer that are visible to the naked eye. The wooden panel is somewhat uneven.
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Last updated: 24th March 2025
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