My father was a friend of Einar Hagnestad and when we moved to Australia in the 70's, he gave my father this painting (1972). It is 45cm x 45cm on chipboard made from steel, copper, bark, leather and nails. Authentication on back as shown in pictures. Signed on bottom left hand corner. The painting is in great condition.
Given to my father by the painter.
Dear Jeanette,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
The presented object appears to be a mixed media artwork with the measurements of 45 x 45 cm. The artwork has the title "Mordors broar" and was made by the artist Einar Hagnestad in the year 1972.
Works by this artist were recently rarely offered and sold on the international auction market.
This piece is in good condition and there is no serious damage visible in the images provided.
A fair market estimation would be between 200 to 400 USD.
This estimate is based on actual recent past recorded auction sales of comparable items. Retail "asking prices" can be higher and may vary.
With kind regards,
Georg