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Vintage Scandinavian landscape art print of a sunlit winter scene, soft snow-covered terrain in warm Nordic light for calm minimalist décor.

Landscape/Nature Art Print | Vintage Scandinavian | Sunlit Winter Landscape (18" x 24")

$169.00
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This oil painting "Sunlit Winter Landscape" by Pekka Halonen (1911) captures the brilliant, yet fleeting light of a Nordic winter day in a forest setting. Halonen, a key figure in the Golden Age of Finnish Art, was renowned for his ability to paint snow and the specific quality of northern light.

The artwork is characterized by:

  • Impressionistic Technique: The painting utilizes broken brushstrokes and Impressionistic color theory to render the snow. The whites are not flat, but vibrant with reflected hues of pink, violet, and sharp blue.

  • Shadow Play: The deep blue and violet shadows cast by the trees on the snowy drifts are a central feature, conveying the intensity and angle of the low winter sun. The play of light and shadow creates undulating, abstract patterns across the snow-covered ground.

  • Vertical Composition: The scene is anchored by the tall, straight trunks of the pine forest rising in the background, their verticality contrasted by the rolling snow mounds in the foreground.

  • Palette: The color scheme balances the cool blues and violets of the shadows with the warm tones of the sunlight hitting the tree trunks (pinks, soft yellows, and ochre).


💖 Why You'll Love It

 

This painting is a perfect encapsulation of the Nordic spirit, celebrating the harsh beauty of winter while embracing the warmth of color and light—a fundamental concept in Scandinavian design.

  • Authentic Nordic Landscape: Halonen’s work is deeply rooted in the Finnish landscape, offering an authentic, historical representation of the North. This deep connection to the regional environment is a defining feature of the Vintage Scandi aesthetic.

  • Celebrating Light (The North's Obsession): For a region with limited daylight, the way this painting uses color to convey intense, precious sunlight on snow is deeply resonant. It brings the feeling of warmth and hygge by showing light overcoming the cold.

  • Post-Impressionist Style: The style is accessible and dynamic, demonstrating the artistic evolution in Scandinavia during the early 20th century. The visible, textured brushstrokes add an appealing, hand-crafted quality sought after in vintage collections.

  • The Beauty of Winter: Scandinavians embrace winter. This piece turns the usually cold landscape into a subject of vibrant beauty and quiet contemplation, fitting the national romanticism often seen in vintage Nordic art.

 

Key Aesthetic Points:

 

  • Style: Finnish Impressionism / Post-Impressionist Landscape

  • Palette: Cool Blues, Violets, and Warm Pinks over White Snow

  • Feel: Luminous, Contemplative, and Intensely Nordic


This print is 18" x 24" in size and is available in natural oak, or black oak frame.

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Frequently asked questions

What material is the art printed on?

This is a high-resolution Giclée print on premium, archival-quality matte paper. The specialized printing process captures the subtle, paper-like textures of the original abstract design.

What are the frame options?

You can choose between two finishes: Natural Oak (genuine solid wood with a light Scandi finish) or Matte Black (solid wood with a modern, smooth finish).

What protects the print?

The artwork is protected by quality display glass.

Is it ready to hang?

Yes! Hanging hardware is included and pre-installed on the back for easy vertical or horizontal display.

How is the art shipped?

All framed prints are professionally packaged using protective corner guards, durable boxes, and cushioning to ensure safe delivery. You will receive tracking information via email once your order ships.