"Masters of Swedish Painting: From Nationalmuseum, Stockholm" is set to open at the Aichi Prefectural Museum of Art in Nagoya from July 9 to October 4, 2026. Organized in full cooperation with the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, the exhibition focuses exclusively on Swedish painting and features approximately 80 masterpieces from the late 19th to early 20th century.
In the late 1870s, young Swedish artists traveled to France to study Realism, Naturalism, and plein-air painting techniques. Over time, many grew drawn back to their homeland, turning their attention to the landscapes and everyday life unique to Scandinavia. Their paintings — filled with the quiet joys of daily life and the harsh yet beautiful natural world expressed with lyrical sensitivity — would go on to define what it means to paint "in the Swedish manner."
Highlights
1. 100% Swedish
All works on display are by Swedish artists. The natural beauty unique to Sweden, as well as a warm appreciation for everyday life, come through in each piece. Keywords such as "nature," "light," and "the radiance of everyday life" offer a way to trace the roots of the well-being lifestyle that characterizes modern Sweden.
2. Artists Who Forged New Forms of Expression
In the second half of the 19th century, Swedish painters sought subject matter that expressed their national identity, along with the means to depict it. Moving away from the Realism and Naturalism they had learned in France, they developed their own styles that prioritized personal emotion and lyrical atmosphere. The period from the 1880s to 1915 is referred to as the "Golden Age" of Swedish painting.
3. Swedish Painting Gaining Global Attention
In recent years, large-scale Swedish painting exhibitions have been held outside Sweden — in France, the United States, and elsewhere — drawing worldwide attention. Organized in full cooperation with the Nationalmuseum, Stockholm, this exhibition features approximately 80 works from the Golden Age of Swedish painting. Among the featured artists are Carl Larsson, one of Sweden's most beloved national painters, and August Strindberg, known also as a playwright — both of whom have seen growing international recognition.
All works from the collection of the Nationalmuseum, Stockholm.
Exhibition Details
Exhibition Title: Masters of Swedish Painting: From Nationalmuseum, Stockholm
Dates: Thursday, July 9 – Sunday, October 4, 2026
Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Fridays until 8:00 PM; last admission 30 minutes before closing)
Closed: Every Monday (open on July 20 (Mon/Holiday), August 10 (Mon), and September 21 (Mon/Holiday)); also closed July 21 (Tue) and September 24 (Thu)
Venue: Aichi Prefectural Museum of Art (Aichi Arts Center, 10F), 1-13-2 Higashisakura, Higashi-ku, Nagoya, Aichi 461-8525
Organizers: Aichi Prefectural Museum of Art, NHK Nagoya Broadcasting, NHK Enterprises Chubu, Chunichi Shimbun
Sponsors: DNP Dai Nippon Printing
Supported by: Swedish Embassy, JR Central
Special Cooperation: Nationalmuseum, Stockholm
Cooperation: All Nippon Airways, Lufthansa Cargo AG
Tickets
Early Advance Tickets (Limited Quantities)
Swedish Painting Exhibition × Swedish Textile Exhibition Double Ticket
A discounted ticket granting admission to both this exhibition and "Swedish Textiles: Nordic Design Woven into Life and Nature" (July 11 – September 6, Nagoya City Art Museum). Saves ¥1,400 compared to purchasing two separate general admission tickets.
| General only | ¥2,500 (tax included) |
On sale through July 8 (Wed), 2026, 11:59 PM (or until sold out).
Available at: Boo-Woo Ticket, Lawson Ticket (L code: 40100)
Each ticket is valid for one visit to each exhibition. Limited quantities available.
Pair Ticket
Two general advance tickets at a discounted price. Saves ¥1,600 compared to two day-of general admission tickets.
| General only | ¥2,400 (tax included) |
On sale through July 8 (Wed), 2026, 11:59 PM (or until sold out).
Available at: Boo-Woo Ticket, Lawson Ticket (L code: 40101)
Can be used by two people on the same day or on different days.
July-Limited Ticket
Valid for entry between July 9 (Thu) and July 31 (Fri), excluding closed days.
| General | ¥1,200 |
| University student | ¥700 |
| High school student | ¥300 |
(All prices tax included)
On sale through July 8 (Wed), 2026, 11:59 PM (or until sold out).
Available at: Boo-Woo Ticket, Lawson Ticket (L code: 40101)
Original Costume Kewpie Set Ticket
Includes an original Kewpie doll dressed in Sweden's official folk costume — a blue dress with a yellow apron and white hat.
General only: ¥2,600 (tax included)
On sale through July 8 (Wed), 2026, 11:59 PM (or until sold out).
Available at: Boo-Woo Ticket, Lawson Ticket (L code: 40101)
The Kewpie doll can be redeemed at the special on-site shop during museum opening hours. Also available for purchase separately at the shop for ¥1,320 (tax included). Size: approx. W27 × H36 × D16 mm
Goods Set Tickets (On sale from April 24, 2026)
Dala Horse Amigurumi Set Ticket
Includes a crocheted amigurumi based on the Dala horse, a traditional Swedish craft said to bring happiness. The amigurumi features the warm red color characteristic of Nordic folk art.
General only: ¥5,000 (tax included)
On sale from April 24, 2026 (Fri) through July 8 (Wed), 2026, 11:59 PM (or until sold out).
Available at: Boo-Woo Ticket, Lawson Ticket (L code: 40101)
Limited to one per person. To be redeemed at the on-site special shop during museum opening hours. If quantities remain, will also be sold at the shop for ¥3,850 (tax included). Size: approx. W35 × H90 × D80 mm
Swedish Painting Exhibition × mina perhonen Special Bag "fred" Set Ticket (Mustard / Blue-Gray)
Named "fred" (Swedish for "peace"), this exhibition-exclusive bag features a Dala horse illustration drawn by designer Minagawa, with a butterfly embroidery as an accent.
General only: ¥6,600 (tax included)
On sale from April 24, 2026 (Fri) through July 8 (Wed), 2026, 11:59 PM (or until sold out).
Available at: Boo-Woo Ticket, Lawson Ticket (L code: 40101)
Limited to one per person. Choose preferred color (mustard or blue-gray) when purchasing. To be redeemed at the on-site special shop during museum opening hours. If quantities remain, will also be sold at the shop for ¥4,950 (tax included). Size: approx. W305 × H360 × D50 mm
Standard Ticket Prices
| Admission (tax included) | Advance | Day-of |
|---|---|---|
| General | ¥1,800 | ¥2,000 |
| University student | ¥1,000 | ¥1,200 |
| High school student | ¥500 | ¥700 |
| Middle school and under | Free | Free |
Sale Periods:
- Early Advance Ticket: February 10 (Tue) – July 8 (Wed), 2026
- Regular Advance Ticket / Some Goods Set Tickets: April 24 (Fri) – July 8 (Wed), 2026
- Day-of Ticket: Available during the exhibition period
Where to Buy:
Boo-Woo Ticket, Lawson Ticket (L codes: Double Ticket: 40100 / Others: 40101), Seven Ticket, e+, Ticket Pia (P code: 687-448), ART PASS, Aichi Prefectural Museum of Art (until June 21, Sun), Chunichi Shimbun retailers, major convenience stores, and major ticket agencies.
Groups of 20 or more may enter at the regular advance ticket price.
This ticket also grants access to the museum's permanent collection during the exhibition period.
Holders of a Physical Disability Certificate, Mental Disability Certificate, Rehabilitation Certificate, or Specific Medical Expense Certificate (for designated intractable diseases), along with one accompanying person, may enter for free. Please present the relevant document or Mirairo ID at the venue.
Students must present their student ID at the venue.
Ticket discounts cannot be combined.
Tickets are non-refundable.
Related Events
Commemorative Lecture: "Landscape Painting in Nordic Art — Focusing on Swedish Painters"
- Date: Sunday, July 12, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM (Doors open at 1:00 PM)
- Lecturer: Naoki Sato (Professor, Tokyo University of the Arts, Faculty of Fine Arts)
- Venue: Art Space A (Aichi Arts Center, 12F)
- Capacity: First 180 attendees
- Free admission; no prior registration required. Please arrive by the start time.
Slide Talks
- July 25 (Sat), August 15 (Sat), September 20 (Sun): 11:00 AM – 11:40 AM
- September 4 (Fri): 6:30 PM – 7:10 PM
- Venue: Art Space A (Aichi Arts Center, 12F)
- Capacity: First 180 attendees
- Free admission; no prior registration required. Please arrive by the start time.
Audio Guide
The audio guide is narrated by JUJU, the MC of the NHK program "The World Is Full of Things You Want," who has introduced audiences to Nordic crafts and culture. Voice actor Satoshi Hino provides narration alongside JUJU, bringing the world of Swedish painting to life.
- Venue rental: ¥650 per device (tax included)
- App version (iOS/Android): ¥700 (tax included); available during the exhibition period
