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Hilding Werner
Swedish Värmland Landscape With a Red Barn by Hilding Werner, Oil Painting

c. 1940s

About the Item

Hilding Werner, A Värmland artist, was a distinguished Swedish painter and draftsman. Born to landowner Anders Andersson and Inga Maria Johannesdotter, Werner's artistic journey began after completing his studies at Karlstad University. In 1899, he enrolled at Caleb Althin's painting school in Stockholm, simultaneously working as a cartoonist for the newspaper Nya Nisse. In 1905, Werner embarked on his sole study trip to the Netherlands. However, it was upon settling in Hammartjärnet in 1907 and establishing his own studio that he truly found his artistic niche. During those initial years, he maintained contact with fellow painters in the group known as De Frie and actively participated in their exhibitions. Upon returning to Värmland, Werner crossed paths with Gustaf Fjæstad, renowned for his romantic and realistic landscape paintings. In 1912, Werner, Fjæstad, and Bror Lindh embarked on a boat trip to visit Otto Hesselbom in Säffle. The encounter with Hesselbom's art left an indelible impression on Werner, significantly shaping his future artistic endeavours. This particular painting is most likely set in either Gillbergsdalen or Fryksdalen. Its remarkable attention to detail is evident in the seamless transition of colors in the sky, gracefully fading from blue to purple, pink, red, and yellow. The painting exudes meticulousness, capturing the essence of a typical Swedish arable landscape with a red barn as its focal point. The surrounding misty pond reflects the scenery beautifully, making this piece a rare gem in impeccable condition. oil on board signed H Werner c. 1940 board dimensions 46 x 62 cm A handmade frame in walnut tree by Christer Björkman is included, dimensions 58 x 74 cm.
  • Creator:
    Hilding Werner (1880 - 1944, Swedish)
  • Creation Year:
    c. 1940s
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18.12 in (46 cm)Width: 24.41 in (62 cm)
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  • Condition:
    Cleaned by a professional art conservator, the board is stable and flat, and the painting is in a good condition. The colours are bright and clear. A handmade walnut frame by frame-maker Christer Björkman is included. Ready to hang.
  • Gallery Location:
    Stockholm, SE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1445212499102
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