Original Oil on Canvas – “Woman’s Back on the Beach” by H. Knutson – Signed and Dated 1947, Framed Frame: 31 × 32 cm (12.2" × 12.6")
A graceful oil painting on canvas by H. Knutson, titled Woman’s Back on the Beach. Signed and dated 1947, the composition presents a figurative motif, where a woman is depicted from behind against a coastal backdrop. Knutson’s brushwork captures atmosphere and rhythm, balancing expressive detail with compositional harmony. Presented in its original frame, the painting and frame are in fine condition, showing gentle signs of age consistent with authenticity.
Details
- 🖼 Medium: Oil on canvas
- ✍ Artist: H. Knutson (signed and dated 1947)
- 📍 Title / Motif: Woman’s Back on the Beach – Figurative motif
- 📏 Dimensions (with frame): approx. 31 × 32 cm (approx. 12.2" × 12.6")
- 📦 Condition: Fine condition of both painting and frame; see photos for details
- 🖼 Presentation: Framed
Artist & Provenance
- Knutson was active in the mid‑20th century, producing works that often highlight figurative and coastal motifs. Woman’s Back on the Beach demonstrates his painterly sensitivity to rhythm and atmosphere, capturing the layered character of seaside portraiture with tonal depth. His ability to balance expressive brushwork with compositional clarity makes this piece a compelling example of Scandinavian figurative painting from the 1940s.
Collector’s Note
All artworks in our collection are vintage or second‑hand. While major flaws are noted, gentle signs of age — such as surface wear, patina, or frame wear — are part of each piece’s history and charm.
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