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Hugo BackmanssonPortrait of a Man from the Rif Region1939
1939
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This watercolour portrait by Finnish artist Hugo Backmansson depicts an Arab man from the Rif region of Morocco. Created during Backmansson’s journey to Morocco in 1939, the work captures the essence of the Rif's cultural and ethnic identity. The region, known for its rugged mountain landscapes and vibrant history, served as an inspiration for Backmansson, who often sought to document diverse cultures during his extensive travels.
Backmansson was deeply influenced by his experiences in Morocco, visiting the country twice, first in 1907 and later in 1939. His earlier trip produced another significant work, Man from Marrakech (1909), which is part of the Ateneum Museum's collection in Finland (Inventory No. A-2010-154). This earlier piece and the current watercolour both reflect his fascination with Moroccan culture and his skill in capturing the individuality of his subjects.
Born on April 14, 1860, in Pemar, Finland, Hugo Elias Backmansson initially pursued a military career, serving as an officer in the Russian army. After resigning in 1899, he fully dedicated himself to art. His formal art education began at Åbo Drawing School (1870–1873) and continued at the St. Petersburg Academy of Arts (1894–1899). Renowned for his portraits, landscapes, and depictions of military life, Backmansson also served as a battle painter during the Russo-Japanese War and later as head of Russian battle painters during World War I.
Backmansson's Moroccan works, including this portrait, are of great interest not only to art lovers but also to ethnologists and social anthropologists. His depictions of North African life intersect with the research of Finnish anthropologist Edvard Westermarck, who also explored Moroccan culture and society during this period.
The artist is represented in numerous prestigious collections, including Åbo Akademi, the Amos Anderson Art Museum, the Ateneum Museum, the Gösta Serlachius Museum, and the Hermitage in St. Petersburg.
watercolour on paper
signed and dared H.Backmansson Rifarab 1939
unframed: 30.7 x 24 cm (12 1/8 x 9 1/2 in)
framed: 40 x 34 cm (15 3/4 x 13 3/8 in)
Provenance:
A private collection in Finland.
- Creator:Hugo Backmansson (1860 - 1953, Finnish)
- Creation Year:1939
- Dimensions:Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)Width: 13.39 in (34 cm)
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- Period:
- Condition:Slightly waved paper. The new frame is from 2024 and has UV-protected anti-reflective art glass.
- Gallery Location:Stockholm, SE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1445215617562
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