Original Norwegian Oil on Canvas – “Sitting Woman” by Karl Vilhelm Anstensen – Signed & Framed – 66 × 74 cm (26.0" × 29.1")
A poised female portrait by Norwegian artist Karl Vilhelm Anstensen, painted in oil on canvas, signed and dated 1955. Sitting Woman captures quiet introspection through soft modelling and a restrained palette. The composition reflects mid-century Scandinavian portraiture, marked by emotional subtlety and painterly elegance. Framed and in good original condition with natural signs of age consistent with its era.
Details
- 🖼 Medium: Oil on canvas
- ✍ Artist: Karl Vilhelm Anstensen (signed, dated 1955)
- 📍 Title / Motif: Sitting Woman
- 📏 Dimensions (incl. frame): 66 × 74 cm (approx. 26.0" × 29.1")
- 📦 Condition: Good vintage condition
- 🖼 Presentation: Framed
Artist & Provenance
Karl Vilhelm Anstensen (Norway, 1913–2022) was a Norwegian painter known for his figurative works and expressive portraits. His compositions often reflect a quiet emotional depth and classical restraint, rooted in Nordic modernism.
Collector’s Note
All artworks in our collection are vintage or second-hand. While any major flaws are noted, natural signs of age — such as patina or surface wear — are part of each piece’s unique history and charm.
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