Artwork

Höst vid Vänern (Åmål)

Höst vid Vänern (Åmål), by Olof Sager-Nelson, oil, 1896
Höst vid Vänern (Åmål), by Olof Sager-Nelson, oil, 1896

Höst vid Vänern (Åmål) is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Olof Sager-Nelson. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the Nationalmuseum.

About this work

Overview

Höst vid Vänern (Åmål) is a painting created by Swedish artist Olof Sager-Nelson in 1896, the year of his death. Executed in oil paint, it is characteristic of the Impressionist style.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene landscape featuring a body of water, likely a lake, surrounded by trees with yellow foliage and a grassy area. The tranquil atmosphere evokes a sense of calm and invites contemplation.

Technique & Style

The work showcases a mix of warm and cool colors, with visible brushstrokes creating a textured effect. Sager-Nelson's use of color and light contributes to the overall peaceful ambiance.

History & Provenance

Olof Sager-Nelson, born in 1868, was a Swedish painter known for both Impressionist and Symbolist works. Höst vid Vänern (Åmål) is part of the Nationalmuseum collection.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Olof Sager-Nelson

Artist

Olof Sager-Nelson

Johan Olof Gudmund Sager-Nelson (13 September 1868, By Parish, Värmland - 11 April 1896, Biskra, Algeria) was a Swedish painter. Many of his works are in the Symbolist style.

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Museum

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