Jansson Collection

MAP: ANTARTICA, 1647-62. Map of Antartica (Terra Australis Incognita) and surrounding areas from Jan Janssons " Novus Atlas" published, 1647-62, at Amsterdam

WORLD MAP, 17TH CENTURY. Nicols Visshers world map from Jan Janssons Novus Atlas, 1647-1662, with scenes
WORLD MAP, 17TH CENTURY. Nicols Visshers world map from Jan Janssons " Novus Atlas, " 1647-1662, with scenes from classical mythology

Evening in February, Riddarfjärden, Stockholm, 1892-1893. Creator: Jansson, Eugène (1862-1915)
Evening in February, Riddarfjarden, Stockholm, 1892-1893. Found in the collection of the Goteborg Konstmuseum

The Marine Bath House, 1907. Found in the collection of Thielska Galleriet, Stockholm

janssSpring Evening, (oil on canvas)
659714 janssSpring Evening, (oil on canvas) by Jansson, Eugene (1862-1915); 73.5x60 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: janssSpring Evening. Eugene Jansson (1862-1915). Oil on canvas

The Queen City Printing Ink, c. 1900-1910. Creator: Jansson, Augustus Ludwig (1863-1931)
The Queen City Printing Ink, c. 1900-1910. Private Collection

A Night in May, 1895. Creator: Jansson, Eugene (1862-1915)
A Night in May, 1895. Found in the Collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Sunrise over the Rooftops. Motif from Stockholm, 1903. Found in the Collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Hornsgatan, la nuit, 1902. Found in the Collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Riddarfjarden, Stockholm. Artist: Jansson, Eugene (1862-1915)
Riddarfjarden, Stockholm. Found in the collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Landscape with a Herd, 18th century. Artist: Jan Jansson
Landscape with a Herd, 18th century. Found in the collection of the State Art Museum, Tula, Russia

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BISHOP HILL COLONY. The Pietist community founded, 1846, in Illinois, by Erik Jansson from Sweden. Oil on canvas by Olof Krans, a member of the community, c1880

ATLANTIC OCEAN MAP, 1650. Engraved map of the Atlantic Ocean, 1650, by Jan Jansson from his Novus Atlas
ATLANTIC OCEAN MAP, 1650. Engraved map of the Atlantic Ocean, 1650, by Jan Jansson from his " Novus Atlas."

BISHOP HILL COLONY, 1875. Harvesting at Bishop Hill Colony, Illinois, founded, 1846, by the Swedish Pietist Erik Jansson. Oil on canvas, 1875, by Olaf Kraus, a member of the colony

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Jansson, a name that echoes through time and continents. From the icy landscapes of Antarctica to the vibrant streets of Stockholm, this name has left its mark in various fields. In 1647-62, Jansson's map of Antarctica unveiled the mysteries of Terra Australis Incognita, bringing forth a new understanding of the southernmost continent. This cartographic masterpiece paved the way for future explorations and scientific discoveries. Not limited to geography alone, Jansson's influence extended to art as well. His Novus Atlas showcased stunning scenes from around the world on a 17th-century world map. These intricate illustrations transported viewers to distant lands and ignited their imagination. The artistic prowess within the Jansson family was not confined to maps alone; it flowed through generations. Eugene Jansson captured ethereal moments with his brush strokes in "A Night in May" and "Sunrise over the Rooftops. " His brother Augustus Ludwig Jansson showcased his talent through printing ink creations like "The Queen City Printing Ink, " leaving an indelible mark on commercial design. Jan Jansson, another member of this creative lineage, painted landscapes with such skill that they seemed alive. In "Landscape with a Herd, " he depicted nature's beauty intertwined with human existence—a testament to his ability to capture emotion on canvas. Even Count Erik Jansson found himself entwined in history's narrative—an enigmatic figure whose legacy remains shrouded in mystery. From frozen terrains to bustling cities, from ancient maps to contemporary artworks—Janssons have shaped our perception of both physical and artistic landscapes across centuries. Their contributions continue to inspire awe and curiosity among those who encounter their works today.