Monday 4 July 2011

Carl Larsson

The use of stripes on both the couch and the chair is a great idea and not overpowering at all. Also look at the way the carpet folds over. Take away the pipe and this could be a room from many a house today.

One of his daughters watering flowers - look at the gorgeous print on the central chair and wall colours

Well, it seems to be all about illustration right now! The flavour of the week is Carl Larsson, another early 20th century artist from Sweden. He painted interiors of his gorgeous house as well as his children. His interiors are suprisly fresh, light and modern. Elements of Art Noveau in particular the artist Mucha are evident yet his style is very distinct.