Lars-Gunnar Nordström
Lars-Gunnar ‘Nubben’ Nordström (1924–2014) was a pioneer of abstract art in Finland. His close contacts with the art scenes in the Nordic countries as well in Paris and New York made Nordström’s career also internationally noteworthy. In addition to art, jazz music was a great passion of his. On these pages you can find information about Nordström’s art, his life and the foundation that bears his name.
"Lars-Gunnar Nordström played a special role in the frenetic art world of the 1950s. That is entirely due to his abstract art. He painted distinct geometric forms, repeating modules, flat surfaces of colour that almost look industrial, and organised them into skilful compositions that emphasise structure and rhythm. Nordström’s uniqueness was also linked to his aspirations: to strive for the monumental and to work from an architect’s perspective. His origin was also special – Nordström was from Finland."
Nubben 100
Experiments in Concretism
The exhibition places a special focus on the various ways in which contemporary art reinterprets and comments on modernism. It also celebrates the 100th anniversary of the birth of Lars-Gunnar ‘Nubben’ Nordström (1924–2014), by presenting a pick of works associated with this pioneer of Finnish concretism and geometrical abstractionism.
The exhibition will focus on Nubben’s early work; works from the 1940s and 1950.
The exhibition will focus on Nubben’s early work; works from the 1940s and 1950s; and the development of his full-on abstract expression
Lars-Gunnar Nordström: Centenary
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of Lars-Gunnar Nordström (1924–2014), a pioneer of Finnish post-war abstract art. To mark the occasion of the centenary, Galerie Forsblom takes pride in presenting an exhibition spanning many decades of his career.
Dynamic Dimension – Nubben 100 years
In honour of his centenary year, Kunsthalle Helsinki will exhibit the full wide range of the prolific artist's lifework, from early figurative creations to the very last works.
I feel, for now
The large, wide-ranging exhibition I feel, for now, will show works from the collection made by more than 70 artists from the 1960s up to the present.
NUBBEN 60’s
Nordström's serigraphs from the 1960s, the period that can be considered his most artistically original and strongest during the season.
Lars-Gunnar Nordström graphic art
As a tribute to the artist's life's work, Salmela is exhibiting a diverse collection of Nordström's graphic art.
Latest updates
The L-G Nordström Foundation donates sculpture to the Nordic House
The Nordic House is pleased to announce the generous donation of a steel sculpture by the L-G Nordström Foundation. The donation strengthens the Nordic House’s commitment to Nordic art and supporting artistic exchange across the region. The Nordic House in Reykjavík operates under the Nordic Council of Ministers and has been a vital cultural bridge between Iceland and the other Nordic countries since 1968. Designed by renowned Finnish architect Alvar Aalto, the institution hosts a dynamic year-round program focused on art, literature, and contemporary societal issues in the Nordic region. The Nordic House also hosts a wide set of diverse cultural activities and events, including discussions, seminars, festivals, and collaborative artistic projects.
EMMA receives artworks by Elina Autio commissioned by L-G Nordström Foundation
The L-G Nordström Foundation commissioned two works from artist Elina Autio and donated them to the Collection of EMMA – Espoo Museum of Modern Art. The newly completed works will be on display in the Experiments in Concretism exhibition. Opening in March, the show celebrates the 100th anniversary of the birth of Lars-Gunnar ‘Nubben’ Nordström (1924–2014), a pioneer of Finnish concretism.
Sculptures in the Rykmentinpuisto Park in Tuusula
Sculptures deposited at the Tuusula Art Museum by the L-G Nordström Art Foundation are located in the Puustellinmetsä Park in Tuusula’s Rykmentinpuisto Park. The works are part of an art programme to enhance the attractiveness of a new neighbourhood and the well-being of its residents. Construction work on the Rykmentinpuisto area started in 2019.
