{"product_id":"carl-johan-allan-asberg-1907-1952-swedish-oil-painting-paris-street-scene","title":"Carl Johan Allan Åsberg (1907-1952) Swedish Oil Painting Paris Street Scene","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"730\"\u003eThis charming original oil on board painting by Swedish artist\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"301\" data-end=\"340\"\u003eCarl Johan Allan Åsberg (1907–1952)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edepicts the famous\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"360\" data-end=\"384\"\u003eCafé des Deux Magots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein Paris, one of the city's most celebrated literary and artistic landmarks. Executed with confident impressionistic brushwork, the composition captures the warmth and atmosphere of a sunlit Parisian square, with historic architecture, café awnings, and strolling figures rendered in a lively palette of ochres, creams, blues, and earthy greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003eThe painting beautifully combines architectural detail with an expressive painterly approach, evoking the romance and cultural richness of early twentieth-century Paris. The iconic café, long associated with artists, writers, and intellectuals, serves as the focal point of the composition, making this work especially appealing to collectors of European cityscapes and French-themed interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003ePresented in an elegant dark wood frame with a gilt liner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1188\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003e📏\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePainting 21\" x 17.5\", Framed 24.5\" x 21\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003e🎨\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCarl Johan Allan Åsberg (Swedish, 1907–1952)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003e✍️\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003eSignature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSigned lower left, \"C. J. Åsberg.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003e🛠\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1369\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eGood condition with light age-appropriate surface wear. The painting presents well and retains strong color and texture. Frame displays minor wear consistent with age and handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1634\"\u003e📦\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSame-day safe packaging from Florida with tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1636\" data-end=\"2089\"\u003e👨🎨\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1663\"\u003eAbout the Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003eCarl Johan Allan Åsberg was a Swedish painter born in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003eGravarne, Bohuslän, Sweden, in 1907\u003c\/strong\u003e, and died in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1773\" data-end=\"1790\"\u003eMalmö in 1952\u003c\/strong\u003e. According to the period biographical label attached to the reverse, Åsberg studied in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003eGermany\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eas well as in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1931\"\u003eNorth and South America\u003c\/strong\u003e. He became known for painting\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"2031\"\u003ewinter landscapes, marine subjects, harbor scenes, and city views\u003c\/strong\u003e, distinguished by a strong sense of color and atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2091\" data-end=\"2478\"\u003eA second period note attached to the reverse praises Åsberg's paintings of harbor scenes with sailing vessels, views of Stockholm, and winter landscapes. The text specifically highlights his broad painting technique, keen eye for picturesque subjects, and accomplished use of color. These original gallery and exhibition labels add valuable provenance and historical context to the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2640\"\u003eThe reverse of the board is inscribed\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2518\" data-end=\"2574\"\u003e\"Le metier des artistes – Terrasse des Deux Magots,\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edirectly referencing the famous Paris café depicted on the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1xl633v\" data-start=\"2642\" data-end=\"2656\"\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2658\" data-end=\"3018\"\u003ePlease Note:\u003cbr data-start=\"2670\" data-end=\"2673\"\u003eActual colors may vary slightly from the photos shown due to differences in lighting, camera quality, and screen settings. Most items sold by MaksArtGallery are vintage or pre-owned and may show minor signs of age such as surface wear or frame patina. Please review all photographs carefully, as they are considered part of the item description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"648\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MaksArtGallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55237972263203,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/2155\/2067\/files\/IMG_6080_2.jpg?v=1781542069","url":"https:\/\/maksartgallery.com\/products\/carl-johan-allan-asberg-1907-1952-swedish-oil-painting-paris-street-scene","provider":"MaksArtGallery ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}