“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

Peinture à l'huilePeindre
50 ⨯ 39 ⨯ 3 cm
ConditionVery good
€ 1.750

Van Kerkhoff Art

  • Sur l'oeuvre d'art
    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
  • Sur l'artiste

    Max Salmi, un artiste visuel visionnaire, est né en 1931 et a quitté ce monde en 1995. Ses années de formation ont coïncidé avec les années 1950, une période profondément marquée par la renaissance artistique qui a balayé New York au lendemain de la Seconde Guerre mondiale. Cette époque d’après-guerre a vu la Big Apple devenir l’épicentre du mouvement moderniste mondial.

    Alors que les artistes européens exilés cherchaient refuge dans la ville pendant les années de guerre tumultueuses, leur convergence avec les talents américains a donné naissance à une riche tapisserie d'inspiration et d'innovation. Des sommités européennes estimées comme Piet Mondrian, Josef Albers et Hans Hoffmann ont insufflé à la scène artistique américaine de nouvelles idées qui résonneront pendant des décennies à venir.

    Les années 1950 témoignent de l’essor de l’expressionnisme abstrait, une approche phare de la peinture qui plonge dans les domaines du sublime et du spirituel. Les artistes de cette époque étaient captivés par les aspects formels de leur métier, trouvant une profonde inspiration dans les libertés politiques retrouvées qui contrastaient fortement avec les contraintes étouffantes du bloc soviétique. Des pionniers comme Jackson Pollock, Willem de Kooning, Mark Rothko, Frank Kline, Barnett Newman, Clyfford Still et Adolph Gottlieb ont gravé leur nom dans les annales de l’histoire de l’art.

    Dans les révisions ultérieures de l’histoire de l’art, les contributions remarquables d’artistes féminines, dont Lee Krasner, Joan Mitchell et Louise Bourgeois, ont été à juste titre reconnues, aux côtés d’une multitude d’autres femmes talentueuses qui ont laissé une marque indélébile sur le paysage créatif. L'héritage de Max Salmi en tant que force créatrice reste étroitement lié aux courants dynamiques du monde de l'art du XXe siècle, témoignage de son influence durable et de la tapisserie en constante évolution de l'expression artistique.

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