Comité Bengt Lindström
The Artist
Bengt Karl Erik Lindström (Storsjökapell, 3 September 1925 – Sundsvall, 29 January 2008) was one of the original artists that added new dimensions to 20th century art.
His work, inspired by and often based on the traditions of the Nordic world, became internationally well-known because of its powerful presentation of human themes, depicted in vivid colours.
Lindström’s influence on the way art was and is experienced cannot be underestimated. His appreciation of Sámi culture and the way he incorporated its traditions into his work led to a new visual expression and experience. Lindström’s art became highly recognised, not only in his native Sweden but throughout the world. Many exhibitions were and are held across Europe and the United States, earning him a solid reputation among the public and his peers.
Bengt Lindström became and remains one of the great Nordic icons. His legacy, present throughout the world, is an oeuvre that leaves nobody untouched and is highly appreciated by art lovers everywhere.
Comité Bengt Lindström
Bengt Lindström entrusted the promotion and defense of his name and his work to the Comité Bengt Lindström.
The Comité Bengt Lindström is dedicated to the tasks it was assigned to handle by means of the artist’s will. It is the only institution recognized by the international art market to control and authenticate art work by Bengt Lindström, monitoring the proper use of his work. The committee’s database includes the work that was determined and formally authenticated by the committee.
The committee members are residing in various countries, with fixed representation in Sweden, France, Switzerland, the Netherlands and Portugal. They share the knowledge of Lindström’s work and are able to provide trusted expertise, cooperating by means of clear and transparent procedures.
The Comité Bengt Lindström is independent and does not have a commercial interest or goal. The committee members do not receive a remuneration for their work.
Mission
By will, Bengt Lindström entrusted the promotion and defense of his work to the Comité Bengt Lindström. The committee is governed by the French law of 1 July 1901, being officially established at the Préfecture on 7 June 1999 (SIRET 429 681 281 0001 1 – APE 913).
The Comité Bengt Lindström, the only institution recognized by the international art market to control and authentificate art work by Bengt Lindström, is fully dedicated to the tasks it was assigned to by the artist’s will. The committee upholds the moral rights of the artist, safeguarding his name and reputation, and monitors the proper use of his work.
In short, the mission of the Comité Bengt Lindström is to:
– promote and spread knowledge about the work of Bengt Lindström;
– arrange for the formulation and organization of all documents concerning the portfolio of his work;
– describe all works that are part of his portfolio, and maintain a database on this;
– through this, contribute to the authentication of his works, and
– defend his name and monitor the proper use of his art work.
The Comité Bengt Lindström is independent and does not have a commercial interest or goal. The committee members do not receive a remuneration for their work.