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Johan August Malmström
early life and influences johan august malmström, a swedish painter, was born in motala, sweden in 1829. he died in stockholm, sweden in 1901. malmström's work is characterized by its national romanticism, often featuring children and motifs from norse mythology. artistic style and notable works malmström's most widely recognized work is grindslanten (1885), a painting that showcases his unique blend of romanticism and folkloric element
s. his style, influenced by gothicismus, sets him apart from other swedish painters of his time. illustrations and academic career malmström made illustrations for publications of both frithiofs saga and the tales of ensign stål. he served as a professor at the royal swedish academy of arts and later as its manager. additionally, malmström worked as an illustrator for several newspapers and book publishing houses, and designed furnitur…