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Original Swedish oil painting, Medium coastal sailboats, blue tones, Mid Century impressionist, Scandinavian decor
Original Swedish mid-century oil painting by Torgny Rydahl, showing sailboats by the shore in a light, open harbor scene. Soft blue and cream tones, calm reflections, and loose brushwork give this Scandinavian seascape a quiet sense of movement.
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Description
Vintage Scandinavian coastal seascape oil painting on hardboard from the mid 20th century by Torgny Rydahl, depicting sailing boats by the shore.
A light and open harbor scene with small boats on calm water near coastal buildings. The composition is simple and balanced, with soft reflections and a clear horizon.
Executed in oil on hardboard.
The palette is bright with blues, cream tones, and warm highlights. The brushwork is loose and gives the surface a gentle sense of movement.
DETAILS
Artist: Torgny Rydahl (1925–2011)
Subject: Coastal scene with sailing ships
Medium: Oil on hardboard
Size: 71 x 60 cm (27.9 x 23.6 inches) incl. frame
Frame: Yes, as pictured
Signed: Yes, lower right
Condition: Good vintage condition
Era: Mid century (1950s–1960s)
Style: Scandinavian impressionism
Size category: Medium
Shipping: Ships from Denmark. Delivery to the US typically takes about 1 week from dispatch with FedEx.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Torgny Rydahl (1925–2011), full name Karl Torgny Urban Pauli, was a Swedish painter born in Lund and later active in Skåne. He studied at painting schools and during travels in Germany and Austria.
He is known for coastal scenes, often from Lomma, as well as expressive tree studies and marine painting. His work also includes landscapes with dramatic skies, architectural motifs, and graphic works such as linocuts inspired by travels in Malaga.
Rydahl exhibited at Galleri Aglaria in Hässleholm in 2006 and worked as a teacher at Önnestads Folkhögskola (1984–1992) and later taught watercolor in Hästveda.
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Curated vintage art and interiors from Denmark and Scandinavia.
