Sven Harald Ahlgren, Sweden. Figurative composition with two female figures, oil on board. Mid-20th century. s sophisticated glazes

sophisticated glazes

Visible dimensions: 26 x 23 cm

Karin Björquist (1927–2018) was a Swedish ceramicist and designer who worked for Gustavsberg from the 1950s onwards

Kai Nielsen

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Sven Harald Ahlgren, Sweden. Figurative composition with two female figures, oil on board. Mid-20th century. s sophisticated glazesSven Harald Ahlgren (19221997) Damen och blomman. Oil on board. Atmospheric figurative composition featuring two stylised female figures in a mosaic like structure of deep reds and golds. The tactile surface and elongated vertical format lend the work a ceremonial, iconic presence a characteristic example of post war Swedish modernism where figure and ornament merge into a rhythmic visual field. Artist: Sven Harald Ahlgren Title: Damen och blomman