186 Arvid Ohlsson (active c. 1880–1900) – Fars Offer för Snövit – Original Ink Illustration (c. 1890)
Illustrated title page artwork for Fars Offer för Snövit (Father’s Sacrifice for Snow White) by Arvid Ohlsson. The drawing features a bearded man in a winter coat holding firewood, with snow-covered fences and trees in the background. This piece likely served as a frontispiece or promotional artwork for a Swedish publication. The annotation “Aktiebolaget Folkskolans Vän, Stockholm” suggests it was connected to the educational publishing company promoting school literature and moral stories in Sweden.
Arvid Ohlsson was a Swedish illustrator active in the late 19th century, often working with publishers dedicated to children’s literature and moral instruction. His illustrations are characterized by strong use of linework and expressive characters.
Artist or Maker:
Arvid Ohlsson
Dimensions:
31 cm x 17 cm
Medium:
Engraving
Date:
c. 1890
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
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