Anders Zorn, Portrait Of Fredrik Martin

Anders Zorn, Portrait Of Fredrik MartinA fine early 20th century original signed etching by Swedish artist, Anders Zorn (1860 1920) depicting Fredrik Martin. Zorn is considered to be one of Swedens greatest artists and, today, his works are held in many of the worlds leading public collections. Anders Zorn was a precocious talent who impressed from an early age. He studied at the Royal Swedish Academy of Art in Stockholm and was soon commissioned by many of Stockholms notable dignitaries.

This portrait is signed in the upper left and it’s a beautiful museum quality piece which would grace any wall

A sensitive portrait of a beautiful young lady praying with her head tilted upwards

In around 1875

Katarina Fontaine (1897-1970)

particularly given the lady’s firm gaze and stoic expression

particularly in the top right

worked as a stationmaster and sometimes Robert would accompany him and draw while sitting in the waiting room

repairs and touch ups

It was introduced in around 1720 and resulted in several books being written on the subject

A little craquelure

Could be cleaned to restore its original vibrancy if required or you may prefer it as it is

He carries an air of a stoic hard-working character that’s endured a turbulent life