Einar Nerman (1888–1983) was a highly acclaimed Swedish artist and illustrator known for his elegant, distinctive Art Deco style and his witty, stylized portrayals of people. Having studied art in Paris, his career spanned several creative fields, including painting, set design, and composing, but he achieved his greatest fame through his commercial work and illustrations.
Nerman’s unique style was characterized by fluid lines, simplified forms, and a sophisticated, almost theatrical air, making him highly sought after internationally. He created famous illustrations for publications like Vogue and illustrated numerous books, including classics by Selma Lagerlöf. Perhaps his most iconic work, however, was his long-running series of charming silhouette-like illustrations for the British tea company, Lyons, which cemented his legacy as a master of visual elegance and commercial artistry in the mid-20th century.
Anders De Wahl, Karin Molander, Pierrots Drama, 1918
En Gyllene Medelväg, 1919
Turné Ivan Hedqvist, Från Kungliga Dramatiska Teatern, Dunungen av Selma Lagerlöf, 1919
En sjömansdrill, 1920
Naima Wifstrand, Karl-Gerhard, Nalle Halldén, circa 1920s
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