Ragnar Ungern - Metsälampi (Forest Pond), 1942Ragnar Ungern (18851955) Finland Metslampi (Forest Pond), 1942 signedoil on wood panelunframed 26 26 cm (10. 2 10. 2 in)framed 39 39 cm (15. 4 15. 4 in) Provenance A private collection, Finland. Condition: Good overall condition. Essay: Metslampi (Forest Pond) is a 1942 oil painting on panel by the Finnish artist Ragnar Ungern, depicting a forest pond with overhanging trees reflected in its still waters. Created in the midst of World War II, this

Trained in academic drawing and active in both painting and book illustration

one more closely connected to light

Condition report:There is visible age related wear

At the time it was created

characterized by direct observation and a keen sensitivity to atmosphere

Eager to expand his artistic horizons

seemingly occupied with daily tasks

fresh colour and a stable surface

a combination that situates him within a broader intellectual and cultural milieu rather than solely within studio practice

sold at Dreweatts Auctions 2023 for 17

Gerda Tirén was one of the most respected Swedish illustrators of her generation

the image conveys a distinct presence through its forceful lines and tonal modelling