Sverre Lofthus Pettersen – «Stilleben» 1958 – painted on board – 39.7 × 30 cm

A unique work by the Norwegian artist **Sverre Lofthus Pettersen (1912–1985)**, known for his graphic works and paintings inspired by the modernist idiom of the 1950s. This example, titled *«Stilleben»*, is signed and dated 1958, and marked with a handwritten label on the reverse:

– «Stilleben – Serigrafi 63–120. Eget trykk. S. Lofthus Pettersen 1958.»

The composition depicts a classic still life motif with a carafe, pears and lemons rendered in simplified, decorative forms and muted blue and green tones. The work is painted directly on board and stands as an intermediary piece between print and painting.

• Artist: Sverre Lofthus Pettersen • Title: *Stilleben* • Technique: Serigraphy / tempera on board • Signed and dated: 1958 • Size: 39.7 × 30 cm • Mounting: Unframed (painted on board) • Condition: Light wear to corners, but overall good condition • Provenance: Norwegian private collection