Carl Larsson

by Carl Larsson

Carl Larsson rose to fame with his scenes of everyday domestic life in the country. His watercolours are a homage to happy family life in the home. Larsson's own childhood was one of wretched poverty, but through his art he created an idyllic dream world of happiness and beauty.

96 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 1982

About the author

Carl Larsson was a Swedish painter and illustrator, particularly known for his pen and watercolours of family life. He married Karin Larsson, née Bergöö, who was an artist and designer.