“Landscape”, 1968 – oil on board by Max Salmi
“Landscape”, 1968 – oil on board by Max Salmi
“Landscape”, 1968 – oil on board by Max Salmi
“Landscape”, 1968 – oil on board by Max Salmi
“Landscape”, 1968 – oil on board by Max Salmi
“Landscape”, 1968 – oil on board by Max Salmi
“Landscape”, 1968 – oil on board by Max Salmi
“Landscape”, 1968 – oil on board by Max Salmi
“Landscape”, 1968 – oil on board by Max Salmi
“Landscape”, 1968 – oil on board by Max Salmi
“Landscape”, 1968 – oil on board by Max Salmi
“Landscape”, 1968 – oil on board by Max Salmi
“Landscape”, 1968 – oil on board by Max Salmi
“Landscape”, 1968 – oil on board by Max Salmi
“Landscape”, 1968 – oil on board by Max Salmi
“Landscape”, 1968 – oil on board by Max Salmi
“Landscape”, 1968 – oil on board by Max Salmi
“Landscape”, 1968 – oil on board by Max Salmi

“Landscape”, 1968 – oil on board 1968

Max Salmi

Pittura a olioDipingere
50 ⨯ 39 ⨯ 3 cm
ConditionVery good
€ 1.750

Van Kerkhoff Art

  • A proposito di opere d'arte
    Original artwork by Finnish painter Max Salmi. In this abstracted landscape a meandering road is depicted disappearing in a forest. It is painted with dynamic brushstrokes in a beautiful palet of greens and blues. The artist signed the work (right lower corner): Max Salmi 68 (1968).

    About Max Salmi

    Max Salmi (Pohjois-Pirkkala 1931 – Kalanti 1995) was a Finnish painter known for his distinctive style and significant contributions to the Finnish art scene.

    Born in Pohjois-Pirkkala in Central Finland, Salmi developed a passion for art from an early age. He studied at the Turku Art Academy, where he improved his skills and developed his artistic vision. Influenced by both Finnish and international art movements, Salmi’s work reflected a unique blend of styles and techniques.

    During the 1940s and 1950s, Salmi’s art underwent a significant transformation. He experimented with various forms of expression, ranging from figurative to abstract, and explored themes related to nature, folklore, and human emotions. His paintings often featured vibrant colors and dynamic brushstrokes, creating a sense of energy and movement.

    Salmi’s artistic journey took him beyond Finland’s borders, as he participated in international exhibitions and collaborations. His work gained recognition and critical acclaim both at home and abroad, contributing to his growing reputation as a talented painter.

    In the 1960s, Salmi’s art evolved further, as he delved into new artistic territories. He embraced elements of pop art and surrealism, incorporating bold imagery and symbolic motifs into his paintings. This phase marked a departure from his earlier styles and demonstrated his willingness to embrace experimentation and innovation.

    Throughout his career, Salmi held numerous solo and group exhibitions, showcasing his evolving artistic vision and captivating audiences with his unique interpretations of the world. His works can be found in various private and public collections, including museums and galleries in Finland and beyond.


    Signed
    Signed front, right lower corner: Max Salmi 68 (1968)

    Condition
    Good original condition, professionally framed

    Provenance
    Stockholm Auktionsverk

    Dimensions
    Artwork
    Height 38,5 cm
    Width 28,5 cm

    Frame
    Height 50 cm
    Width 39,5 cm
    Depth 3,5 cm
  • A proposito di opere artista

    Max Salmi, un artista visivo visionario, è nato nel 1931 e ha lasciato questo mondo nel 1995. I suoi anni di formazione coincidono con i vibranti anni '50, un periodo profondamente segnato dal rinascimento artistico che ha travolto New York City sulla scia della seconda guerra mondiale. Questo dopoguerra vide la Grande Mela emergere come epicentro del movimento modernista globale.

    Mentre gli artisti europei in esilio cercavano rifugio in città durante i tumultuosi anni della guerra, la loro convergenza con il talento americano diede vita a un ricco arazzo di ispirazione e innovazione. Stimati luminari europei come Piet Mondrian, Josef Albers e Hans Hoffmann hanno infuso nella scena artistica americana nuove idee che avrebbero avuto risonanza nei decenni a venire.

    Gli anni Cinquanta furono testimoni dell'ascesa dell'Espressionismo astratto, un approccio fondamentale alla pittura che approfondiva i regni del sublime e dello spirituale. Gli artisti di quest’epoca erano affascinati dagli aspetti formali della loro arte, trovando profonda ispirazione nelle ritrovate libertà politiche che erano in netto contrasto con i vincoli soffocanti del blocco sovietico. Pionieri come Jackson Pollock, Willem de Kooning, Mark Rothko, Frank Kline, Barnett Newman, Clyfford Still e Adolph Gottlieb hanno inciso i loro nomi negli annali della storia dell'arte.

    Nelle successive revisioni della storia dell’arte, i notevoli contributi delle artiste, tra cui Lee Krasner, Joan Mitchell e Louise Bourgeois, sono stati giustamente riconosciuti, insieme a una moltitudine di altre donne di talento che hanno lasciato un segno indelebile nel panorama creativo. L'eredità di Max Salmi come forza creativa rimane intrecciata con le correnti dinamiche del mondo dell'arte del XX secolo, a testimonianza della sua influenza duratura e del tessuto in continua evoluzione dell'espressione artistica.

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