• En riddare red fram (1915)
    En riddare red fram (1915)

    En riddare red fram (1915)

    John Bauer

    Prix normal $20.00+
  • Sagoflickan II (1912)
    Sagoflickan II (1912)

    Sagoflickan II (1912)

    John Bauer

    Prix normal $20.00+
  • Elk in the snow (1912)
    Elk in the snow (1912)

    Elk in the snow (1912)

    John Bauer

    Prix normal $20.00+
  • The Good Witch (1907)
    The Good Witch (1907)

    The Good Witch (1907)

    John Bauer

    Prix normal $20.00+
  • Strömkarlen (1882-1918)
    Strömkarlen (1882-1918)

    Strömkarlen (1882-1918)

    John Bauer

    Prix normal $20.00+
  • Slädfärd till julottan (1882-1918)
    Slädfärd till julottan (1882-1918)

    Slädfärd till julottan (1882-1918)

    John Bauer

    Prix normal $20.00+
  • En riddare red fram II (1915)
    En riddare red fram II (1915)

    En riddare red fram II (1915)

    John Bauer

    Prix normal $20.00+
  • Sagoflickan III (1912)
    Sagoflickan III (1912)

    Sagoflickan III (1912)

    John Bauer

    Prix normal $20.00+
  • Poor little Basse (1912)
    Poor little Basse (1912)

    Poor little Basse (1912)

    John Bauer

    Prix normal $20.00+
  • Jättens fot (1906)
    Jättens fot (1906)

    Jättens fot (1906)

    John Bauer

    Prix normal $20.00+
  • Troll under the starry sky (1882-1918)
    Troll under the starry sky (1882-1918)

    Troll under the starry sky (1882-1918)

    John Bauer

    Prix normal $20.00+
  • The Princess's Guardian (Bull Moose Skutt and Little Princess Tuvstarr) (1882-1918)
    The Princess's Guardian (Bull Moose Skutt and Little Princess Tuvstarr) (1882-1918)

    The Princess's Guardian (Bull Moose Skutt and Little Princess Tuvstarr) (1882-1918)

    John Bauer

    Prix normal $20.00+

John Bauer

John Bauer, born June 4, 1882 in Jönköping, Sweden, was a Swedish painter and illustrator best known for his enchanting and mystical depictions of trolls and other mythical creatures. His works are deeply rooted in Scandinavian folklore and have inspired generations of artists and illustrators.

Bauer grew up in an artistic family, which sparked his passion for art at an early age. He studied at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Stockholm, where he developed his skills and formed his unique style. His travels to Lapland and Germany greatly influenced his work, as he studied the region's nature and myths.

His breakthrough came with the illustration of the book series "Bland tomtar och troll" (Among Elves and Trolls), first published in 1907. This collection of fairy tales and stories was published every year at Christmas time and Bauer illustrated them until 1915. His illustrations are known for their rich detail and ability to capture the magic and mystery of the Nordic forests.

Unfortunately, Bauer's life was overshadowed by tragedy. In 1918, at the age of just 36, he died together with his wife Ester and their son Bengt in a shipping accident on Lake Vättern. Their deaths were a great loss for the art world, as Bauer was considered one of the most promising artists of his time.

Interesting fact:

John Bauer had a particular fondness for depicting trolls, often portraying them as gentle and melancholic beings, as opposed to the usual depictions as malicious creatures. This unique perspective helped change the image of trolls in Scandinavian folklore.

Important works of art & pictures by John Bauer:

1. "Prinsessan Tuvstarr" (1913)
2. "Trollkungen" (1915)
3. "Älgtjuren Skutt och lilla prinsessan Tuvstarr" (1913)
4. "Bland tomtar och troll" (1907-1915)
5. "Skogstroll" (1913)
6. "Stora och små troll" (1915)
7. "Tuvstarr" (1913)
8. "Trollmor" (1915)
9. "Trollens jul" (1915)
10. "Trolls bröllop" (1915)