Original Swedish Harbor Village Oil Painting Signed P. Carlzon 1978
Signed P Carlzon (Listed/Listed-style Scandinavian Artist) · Art & Decor > Paintings
Era / Decade
1970s (Dated 1978 in lower left corner: 'P CARLZON 78')
Material
Oil or heavy acrylic paint on stretched canvas or board, set in a painted wooden frame.
Condition
Very Good vintage condition. Paint appears stable without major cracking or peeling. The simple painted frame shows minimal edge wear consistent with age.
Demand Level
Moderate to Niche. Vintage mid-century and 70s Scandinavian landscape art has a strong niche following in home decor.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$40 (Low) - $75 (Mid) - $120 (High depending on market and platform)
Estimated Retail Value
$150 - $250 (Original gallery or art show price)
Comparable Sales
Similar 1970s Scandinavian signed harbor oil paintings typically sell between $50 and $95 on Etsy and eBay.
Description
Charming original 1978 Scandinavian coastal painting depicting a vibrant fishing village harbor with moored boats, colorful red and yellow cottages, and dramatic hills under a twilight sky. Signed 'P CARLZON 78' in the lower left corner. Housed in a complementary sage-grey painted wood frame. Perfect accent for coastal, mid-century modern, or Nordic-inspired interiors.
Key Features
Hand-painted original artwork, dated 1978 vintage art, popular Scandinavian coastal/harbor motif, distinct impasto texture, ready to hang.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Hand-painted brushstrokes, visible paint texture, clear artist signature and date in matching paint layer.
Flaws to Note
Minor dust build-up; slight wear to the painted frame finish on edges. No visible canvas tears or major paint loss.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Etsy (ideal for vintage home decor), eBay (broad reach for signed art), or Facebook Marketplace (local pick-up to avoid shipping fragile art).
Selling Tips
Highlight keywords such as 'Vintage 1970s', 'Scandinavian Coastal Art', 'Swedish Harbor Painting', 'Original Signed Oil Painting', and 'Nordic Beach Cottage Decor'. Take clear close-up photos of the signature, texture, and back of the frame.