Mid-Century Modern 'Abstract Fishermen' Swedish Original Abstract Oil Painting, Framed

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ABSTRACT FISHERMEN
Size: 22.4 x 15.6 inches (including frame)
Oil on canvas

A very well executed semi-abstract mid century modernist … Read more ABSTRACT FISHERMEN
Size: 22.4 x 15.6 inches (including frame)
Oil on canvas

A very well executed semi-abstract mid century modernist oil composition, painted onto canvas.

In this composition we see myriad of shapes and forms that come together seamlessly like a puzzle. What appears to be a scene of fishermen has been distributed across the canvas in a fragmented and abstracted way. There are figurative elements that we are able to identify, including two human figures as well as fish and water. But the artist has chosen to combine these elements in a cubist like manner, reducing everything to geometric outlines and shapes in different colours. The artist shows different viewpoints simultaneously, emphasising the flatness of the canvas, instead of creating the illusion of depth.

The colour palette is deep and rich, but is largely minimal, concentrating mainly on subdued tones of blue, grey, brown and green, with subtle hints of yellow and pink. The brushstrokes are visible, creating texture within the piece.

The oil on canvas is housed in an original mid century frame with has a linen border and painted grey edges. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has some very minor signs of wear but is in very good condition overall. See less