This is a charming post war Danish streetscape alive with colour and movement. Olsen captures the easy bustle of everyday life with loose, confident brushwork and a warm palette of reds, ochres and greens. Offering that classic Scandinavian blend of simplicity and atmosphere.
Otto Christian Olsen (Danish, 1905–1966)
A Copenhagen painter known for warm, lively street and harbour scenes. Self‑taught, working in a loose, atmospheric mid‑century style. He is listed in Weilbach’s Artist Lexicon and is regularly seen at Danish and international auctions.
Signed Lower Left
Oil on Canvas
Max Width - 102cm / 40”
Max Height - 104cm / 41”
Presents well overall. Scattered paint splatters are visible on the surface in places but do not detract from the overall appeal.
In original wooden frame with moulded pale gilt slip.
