Sten Birger Rudnäs is a Swedish self‑taught painter known for serene landscapes, interiors and still lifes. His compositions often depict cultivated countryside, sparse rooms or carefully arranged objects, rendered with an eye for symmetry and restrained colour. Rudnäs favours subtle tonal shifts over dramatic contrasts, creating a contemplative atmosphere. He is represented in Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, as well as several public institutions and regional collections.
Rudnäs's father was the artist Birger Rudnäs.
"Dreamy Forest", clubbed for 124 GBP at Stockholms Auktionsverk.
Material Presence and Poetic Distance
Working primarily in oil and mixed media, Rudnäs uses textured surfaces and muted hues to evoke stillness. Whether portraying a birch‑lined field, a glass vase or an empty hallway, he imbues each motif with subtle psychological weight. His images invite reflection rather than drama.
Several of his mixed‑media and lithographic works have appeared in auctions, reflecting a modest but consistent market for his measured aesthetic.
A Measured Approach to Representation
While not widely known internationally, Sten Birger Rudnäs is respected within Swedish art circles. His works have been exhibited in regional galleries and are held in both private and public collections.