Slow Art Sunday - Larsson

On the birthday of my favourite Swede (my husband), Slow Art Sunday brings you Carl Larsson, one of Sweden’s most loved artists.  Known for his watercolours of idyllic family life, “Flowers on the Windowsill”, 1894, hung in my husband’s family home as a nod to their roots and the gentle family scenes Larsson enjoyed painting.

Larsson and his wife Karin transformed their home into one of the most well-known artist’s residences as they thoughtfully designed and decorated for their family of 10. By masterfully capturing the inviting environment of his home and children, Larsson created a mood that was very heartwarming to viewers. You can still tour their home today in Sundborn, Sweden as well as see this painting in Nationalmuseum in Stockholm.

Additionally, Larsson painted monumental frescoes (murals painted on wet plaster) in museums, schools and other buildings which he considered some of his most important work. He emerged as a prominent figure in The Arts and Crafts movement helping to keep handmade, traditional art alive to counter the industrialization of the late 1800’s.  

Take some time today to enjoy the intricate details Larsson was so good at. God dag (good day)!

Swipe to see “Breakfast Under the Big Birch”, 1896 and “Lazy Nook”, 1897.

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