The Danish Landscape through the Lens of Harald Leth
A quiet presence in the mid-twentieth century art scene, Harald Leth moves through the decades with a focused eye on the Danish landscape. Born in 1899, his life spans a period of profound change, yet his output remains anchored to the physical world around him. The records of his work reveal a steady hand, particularly during the 1960s and 1970s, when his production of paintings and works on paper reached its most consistent rhythm.
The canvas holds the weight of his observations. His collection consists primarily of oil paintings, though his explorations extend into smaller, more intimate works on paper. There is a measurable cadence to his career:
- A period of activity in the 1940s, yielding eight recorded pieces.
- A prolific era during the 1960s, with seventeen works emerging from this decade.
- Continued output through the 1970s, contributing twelve more pieces to his body of work.
The Weight of the Work
Leth’s presence in the auction market provides a glimpse into the scale of his legacy. With over one hundred auction results recorded, his work has moved through various hands, reflecting a lasting interest in his specific vision of Denmark. The distribution of his known works shows a preference for the medium of painting, with ninety-six paintings documented alongside eighteen works on paper.
The market reflects a structured history of sales. His pieces appear in various formats, from small studies to larger compositions, often categorized by their subject matter as landscapes. The data shows eighty-four sold lots, marking the movement of his art through the decades until his death in 1986.
Questions et réponses
Quelles couleurs Harald Leth a-t-il le plus souvent utilisées ?
Retrouvez le profil chromatique des œuvres de Harald Leth sur la page ADN de la palette de l'artiste.
Puis-je parcourir les œuvres de Harald Leth par technique ?
La page Par technique regroupe les œuvres de Harald Leth par technique.
Comment trouver des œuvres de Harald Leth par thème ?
La page Par mots-clés de Harald Leth regroupe les œuvres de l'artiste par mots-clés.
Existe-t-il une visite virtuelle en 3D des œuvres de Harald Leth ?
Retrouvez les œuvres de Harald Leth dans une galerie 3D sur la page Musée en 3D de l'artiste.
