Cantal - Auvergne / Gorm Hansen (1886-1952) / Auvergnat Landscape / Oil On Canvas

This work by Gorn Hansen represents a landscape of Cantal in Auvergne with a solitary tree in the center, slightly inclined. The hills in the background, painted with soft hues, suggest a peaceful atmosphere. The colors, mainly greens and browns in the foreground and pastel tones in the background, give a sense of calm. We can see heathers in flower, suggesting the beginning of spring. Diffuse light and light shadows enhance the tranquil ambiance. The painting has a distinctly impressionistic touch. It is very plausible that this painting by Gorn Hansen represents a landscape of the region around Saint-Christophe-les-Gorges in Cantal, with its hills, gorges, heaths and serene atmosphere.

41 x 33 without frame
60 x 50 with frame
(solid wood frame and fabric marie-louise)

Gorm Hansen, born in 1886 in Copenhagen, Denmark, and died in 1952, is a renowned Danish painter. He is primarily known for his works depicting landscapes and rural scenes, often inspired by the Auvergne region of France. Hansen trained at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, where he developed his distinctive style. In 1912, Hansen completed a notable mural for the former Damien Hotel, demonstrating his talent in the field of mural painting. His works are present in several public collections, including the art and archeology museum of the town of Aurillac, in Auvergne, where several of his paintings are exhibited. One of his works, entitled Den gamle trappe i Saint -Christophe-les-Gorges, Auvergne, reflects his particular attachment to this French region. The painting represents a typical autumn landscape of Saint-Christophe-les-Gorges, with abundant nature and fog in the background. Gorm Hansen's contribution to art is also marked by his theoretical influence, enriching the field of Danish and European painting with his innovative perspectives and techniques. His career has left a lasting imprint, and his works continue to be appreciated for their beauty and artistic depth. His remains rest in the Massigoux cemetery, in Aurillac, in Cantal.