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Oscar LyckeAprilafton, Delsbo (April Evening, Delsbo), c. 1910c. 1910
c. 1910
About the Item
Oscar Lycke’s Aprilafton, Delsbo (“April Evening, Delsbo”), c. 1910, is a luminous oil painting that masterfully captures the gentle transition from winter to early spring in the rural heart of Sweden. In this landscape, a warm April sunset bathes the sky in soft gold and apricot hues, fading into a clear blue twilight above. The delicate light of dusk spreads across rolling fields where melting snow lingers in patchy drifts. In the mid-ground, a stand of bare trees—still leafless from winter—rises dark and graceful against the pastel sky, their slender trunks reflecting the last warm light of day. The scene is tranquil and evocative, inviting the viewer into a moment of quiet contemplation at day’s end, as nature awakens from its winter slumber.
Oscar Lycke – The Artist
Oscar Lycke (1877–1927) was a Swedish artist celebrated for his vibrant landscape paintings of the Nordic countryside. Born in Sundsvall in northern Sweden, Lycke was largely self-taught and became known for painting the mountains, forests, and lakes of his homeland with a unique blend of national romanticism and realism. He traveled extensively in search of inspiring vistas, at one point living in Delsbo in Hälsingland – the very setting of this painting – which gave him intimate knowledge of the area’s scenery. Lycke gained recognition in his time, exhibiting his work across Sweden and even in New York with great success. His ability to capture the famous Nordic light in all its nuance is a hallmark of his art, and Aprilafton, Delsbo beautifully reflects this expertise.
Delsbo in Early Spring
The painting’s locale, Delsbo, is a quaint village in the province of Hälsingland, central Sweden, nestled near the twin lakes Dellen. This region is renowned for its picturesque rural landscapes – gentle hills, farmsteads, forests and mirror-like lakes – and Lycke’s canvas conveys that character. In early spring, Delsbo’s meadows emerge from under snow cover; here we see snow patches receding to reveal the damp earth and yellowed grass beneath. Distant woodlands along the horizon are rendered in deep bluish-brown tones, hinting at fir trees and bare birches awaiting new foliage. A small cottage or farm building is visible off to the right, dwarfed by the expanse of nature and emphasizing the peaceful solitude of the setting. Lycke’s choice of an April evening scene highlights the atmosphere of renewal – the air is cool yet the sunlight is tender and hopeful, suggesting the promise of warmer days to come.
Composition and Technique
Aprilafton, Delsbo is executed in oil on canvas, and notably Lycke employs a partially pointillist technique in this work. The sky, in particular, is painted with myriad small, distinct dabs of color – tiny pointillist dots of soft blue, amber, and rose that blend optically to create a radiant, shimmering firmament. This Neo-Impressionist touch infuses the sunset with vibrancy and life, as the dotted pigments convey the flicker of light and the translucence of atmosphere. Below the sky, Lycke transitions to slightly broader, smoother brushstrokes for the land: the snow-covered areas are delicately tinted with pale blue and violet shadows, reflecting the sky’s colors, while the exposed ground is rendered with earthy browns and olive greens. The stand of trees just left of center anchors the composition – their fine branches rendered with graceful detail – and helps balance the open field stretching to the right. The overall composition leads the eye from the foreground snow pools back toward the glowing horizon, creating depth and a sense of immersion in the quiet evening scene. Lycke’s technical skill is evident in the harmonious interplay of color and light: the contrast of cool snow against the warm sunset sky produces a gentle luminosity that envelops the landscape.
Atmosphere and Emotional Tone
The atmosphere of Aprilafton, Delsbo is one of serene poetry and calm. There is a stillness in the scene – no figures or animals disturb the land, allowing nature’s grandeur to speak softly for itself. The golden twilight sky casts a peaceful glow over the fields, imparting a mood that is both tranquil and hopeful. One can almost feel the crisp evening air and hear the drip of melting snow in this captured moment. The emotional tone is reflective: Lycke invites us to pause with him at sunset and witness the changing season. The lingering snow and bare trees, remnants of winter, stand in contrast to the warm light and the subtle hints of returning life, evoking feelings of renewal and optimism. This gentle optimism is characteristic of Lycke’s landscapes, which often celebrate the quiet beauty of the Nordic countryside and the cyclic rhythms of nature. Viewing this painting, a discerning eye will appreciate the delicate balance of cool and warm tones and the artist’s sensitive portrayal of light—qualities that stir both memory and emotion, making the work deeply engaging.
Artwork Details
Title: Aprilafton, Delsbo (April Evening, Delsbo), c. 1910
Artist: Oscar Lycke (Swedish, 1877–1927)
Medium: Oil on canvas, partially executed in a pointillist technique
Dimensions: Unframed: 113 x 133 cm (44.5 x 52.4 in) Framed: 117 x 137 cm (46.1 x 53.9 in)
Signature: Signed “OSC. LYCKE” (lower right)
- Creator:Oscar Lycke
- Creation Year:c. 1910
- Dimensions:Height: 46.07 in (117 cm)Width: 53.94 in (137 cm)
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- Condition:The painting is in a good overall condition. It has been recently cleaned, which has revived the surface and brought out the clarity and vibrancy of the original colors. The work is presented in its original black frame, with fine patina.
- Gallery Location:Stockholm, SE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1445216309412
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