1910 - 2000

Hurtige fakta

  • Museums on this site: Statens Museum for Kunst
  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Lifespan: 90 years
  • Died: 2000
  • Top 3 works: Road, Hjälmaröd

A Life in Stockholm

Erik Hallgren lived much of his life within the quiet rhythms of Stockholm. Born on 27 August 1910, he grew up in the Swedish capital, a place that would remain his home and his primary setting for many years. His presence in the city was marked by a steady dedication to his craft as a painter.

While some records suggest different years for his passing, the dates 1989 or 2000 mark the end of his time. He left behind a body of work that reflects the landscapes and scenes he encountered throughout his life in Sweden.

The Language of Landscapes

Hallgren’s paintings often turned toward the natural world, capturing specific moments of light and atmosphere. His brush captured various settings, from quiet rural scenes to more dramatic skies. Some of his known works include:

  • Strand mit Lagune
  • Landschaft mit Feldern und Bauer
  • Landschaft mit Gewitterhimmel
  • Mann am Gartentisch
  • Landschaft mit Bauernkate und heimkehrenden Kühen
  • Gata, St Servon (1950)

In these pieces, he focused on the interaction between land and sky. He often depicted the presence of people or animals within these environments, such as farmers or cows returning to a cottage. His work carries the weight of everyday life in the Swedish countryside.

A Legacy in Paint

Though he may have been known by the simple monogram EH, his contribution to the local art scene remains documented in collections such as the Nationalmuseum. His paintings have appeared in various auctions, where they continue to be found by collectors of Swedish art.

The market for his work has seen pieces sold through houses like Kunst & Kuriosa. These transactions keep his visual observations alive, allowing others to see the Stockholm and the landscapes he once painted with such care.

Spørgsmål og svar

I hvilken historisk periode arbejdede Erik Hallgren?

Erik Hallgren var aktiv i Modern-perioden. Denne periode placerer kunstnerens virke i en historisk kontekst.

Hvilke farver brugte Erik Hallgren oftest?

Erik Hallgrens farvebrug på tværs af de værker, der er listet på denne hjemmeside, kan studeres på kunstnerens Farvepalettens DNA-side.

Kan jeg udforske Erik Hallgrens værker efter farvespektrum?

Farveindeks for Erik Hallgren er en side, der organiserer kunstnerens værker efter farve.

Hvor mange kunstværker af Erik Hallgren er tilgængelige at gennemse?

Du kan gennemse 1 kunstværker værker af Erik Hallgren på siden Alle kunstværker.

Kort quiz

Der er kun ét korrekt svar på hvert spørgsmål.

Spørgsmål 1:
What was the nationality of the painter Erik Hallgren?
Spørgsmål 2:
In which city was Erik Hallgren born?
Spørgsmål 3:
What is one of the known titles of Erik Hallgren's artwork?
Spørgsmål 4:
Which monogram or alternative name is associated with Erik Hallgren?
Spørgsmål 5:
According to the provided records, in which year was the artwork 'Gata, St Servon' created?