Eugène Jansson
Eugène Jansson (1862–1915) was a Swedish painter known for his moody and atmospheric depictions of Stockholm and its surroundings, particularly in twilight and nighttime settings. Born in Stockholm, Jansson studied at the Royal Swedish Academy of Fine Arts and became associated with the Symbolist movement. His early work often portrayed the city in a blue-hued palette, earning him the nickname "The Blue Painter." These works are noted for their dreamlike quality and their ability to convey a sense of solitude and stillness.
Later in his career, Jansson shifted his focus to the human figure, particularly male nudes, inspired by his interest in the male form and his connection to Sweden’s nascent gay culture. His works remain a unique blend of urban nocturnes and figurative painting, and they occupy an important place in Scandinavian Symbolism and early modernism. Jansson’s paintings are held in major Swedish collections, including the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm.
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Full Name: Eugène Fredrik Jansson
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Birth and Death: 1862–1915
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Profession: Painter
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Influences: Symbolism, Scandinavian Modernism
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Legacy: Known for his twilight cityscapes and later male nudes, Jansson’s works are housed in major Swedish institutions like the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm.
