Description:

Harald Wiberg, “Tranor” (Cranes), red chalk drawing on paper, listed Swedish visual artist.

Study of two cranes rendered in red chalk on warm-toned paper. Light, sketch-like lines describe the birds’ long necks, slender legs and plumage, while stronger hatching defines their bodies. Signed lower right. Presented with a white mount in a light wooden frame.

Origin: Sweden.
Material: Red chalk on paper.
Dimensions: Visual size 16 × 21 cm, total size 28 × 35 cm.
Period: Mid-20th century.
Condition: Appears in good condition, with minor signs of wear to the framing.

Biography:
Harald Wiberg (1908–1986) was a Swedish painter, draughtsman and illustrator, particularly known for his naturalistic depictions of animals. Following the tradition of Bruno Liljefors, he portrayed wildlife and Swedish landscapes with close attention to animal behaviour, movement and seasonal changes. He also illustrated numerous children’s books, gaining international recognition for his illustrations to Viktor Rydberg’s “The Tomten”.