John 1882 1918 Collection

Princess Tuvstarr is still sitting there wistfully looking into the water, 1913. Artist: Bauer, John (1882-1918)
Princess Tuvstarr is still sitting there wistfully looking into the water, 1913. Found in the collection of the Malmo Konstmuseum

Lena Dances with the Knight. Among Gnomes and Trolls, 1915. Private Collection

Vill-Vallareman, 1910. Found in the collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Till Hasse att titta pa jul 1903, 1903. Private Collection

Julbocken (Christmas song), 1912. Creator: Bauer, John (1882-1918)
Julbocken (Christmas song), 1912. Private Collection

Herr Birre och trollen. Illustration for Bland tomtar och troll (Among Gnomes and Trolls) by Alfred Smedberg, 1909. Private Collection

Artist Club Cabaret Berns, 1914. Private Collection

Composition with a Figure, 1916. Private Collection

Trolls amongst the stones. Illustration for Bland tomtar och troll (Among Gnomes and Trolls) by Alfred Smedberg, 1910. Private Collection

Humpe in the enchanted forest (Humpe i trollskogen), 1913. Private Collection

On Christmas Night, 1913. Private Collection

Brother Martin and Three Trolls, 1913. Found in the collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Here are the rest of my clothes, 1915. Private Collection

The cottage at the foot of the mountain, 1914. Private Collection

Skinnpasen, c. 1908. Private Collection

Bergaporten, 1918. Private Collection

Herr Fabian, c. 1907. Private Collection

Stormjatten, jordskakaren, . Private Collection

Nilas offer, Julbocken, . Private Collection

Poor little bear!, 1912. Artist: Bauer, John (1882-1918)
Poor little bear!, 1912. Private Collection

A knight. Among Gnomes and Trolls, 1915. Artist: Bauer, John (1882-1918)
A knight. Among Gnomes and Trolls, 1915. Private Collection

The Princess and the Trolls. Artist: Bauer, John (1882-1918)
The Princess and the Trolls. Found in the collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

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"John Bauer (1882-1918): A Captivating Tale of Art and Fantasy" Step into the enchanting world of John Bauer, a Swedish artist whose imagination knew no bounds. From his birth in 1882 to his untimely death in 1918, Bauer left behind a legacy that continues to captivate audiences worldwide. In 1913, he painted "Princess Tuvstarr is still sitting there wistfully looking into the water, " a masterpiece that transports us to a realm where dreams and reality intertwine. The delicate strokes and ethereal colors evoke a sense of longing and melancholy. Bauer's talent for storytelling shines through in "Lena Dances with the Knight. Among Gnomes and Trolls" (1915), as we witness an extraordinary dance between humans and mythical creatures. His ability to bring these magical beings to life is further showcased in "Vill-Vallareman" (1910) and "Trolls amongst the stones" (illustration for Bland tomtar och troll). The festive spirit comes alive in Bauer's work as well. In "Julbocken (Christmas song)" (1912), he captures the joyous celebration of Christmas with intricate details that transport us back in time. Similarly, "On Christmas Night" (1913) invites us into a winter wonderland filled with warmth and merriment. But it is not only fantastical worlds that Bauer explores; he also delves into human emotions through pieces like "Composition with a Figure" (1916). This abstract composition showcases his versatility as an artist, leaving room for interpretation while evoking deep introspection. Bauer's collaborations were equally remarkable. His illustrations for Alfre's book "Among Gnomes and Trolls" brought characters like Herr Birre and Brother Martin vividly to life, captivating readers young and old alike.