Knut Alfred Ekwall (1843 - 1912): A Swedish Painter of Genre and Fairy Tales Knut Alfred Ekwall (born April 3, 1843, Säby Parish (now Tranås), Småland – died April 16, 1912, Tranås) was a Swedish painter and illustrator who achieved considerable renown for his depictions of everyday life—particularly scenes featuring women and children—and for his masterful interpretations of Scandinavian folklore. Ekwall’s artistic journey began in Säby, where he received an early education fostered by his father, Nils Fredrik Ekvall, a bailiff for the Crown Enforcement Authority. Recognizing his talent, M…