1968 Paris Street Scene by Tage Heidqvist (1909–1997) - 20¾" x 24½"

This sketch, dated 1968 and signed by Tage Heidqvist, depicts a quiet village street scene with a soft, impressionistic touch. The street is in Paris - Rue du Centre Neuilly-sur-Seine, Île-de-France. The composition is framed by tall, leafless trees with slender, expressive lines, which guide the viewer’s eye towards a winding street leading into the background. The pale-colored buildings in the backdrop are rendered with delicate washes of warm tones, enhancing a sense of depth. The muted palette and loose brushwork create an atmospheric quality, evoking a tranquil and slightly melancholic mood. A lone figure walks a little dog along the path, adding a sense of scale and human presence to the otherwise serene streetscape. The perspective invites the viewer to follow the gently curving road into the peaceful village setting.

Tage Heidqvist (1909–1997) was a Swedish painter known for his landscape and urban scenes. He studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Stockholm and was influenced by French and Scandinavian artistic traditions. His works often capture atmospheric landscapes, particularly forests and countryside vistas, with a soft, impressionistic approach. Heidqvist participated in numerous exhibitions in Sweden and gained recognition for his nuanced use of light and color. His artistic career spanned several decades, and his paintings remain appreciated for their evocative and tranquil depictions of the natural and built environment.