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  • The painting "Saskatchewan Shade" by Ernest Lindner, circa 1940, portrays a serene woodland scene.
    Saskatchewan Shade, c 1940CAD 3,200.00
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    Ernest Lindner, Saskatchewan Shade, c 1940
    CAD 3,200.00
  • Ernest Lindner, Emma Lake, SK, 1966
    Emma Lake, SK, 1966CAD 4,200.00
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    Ernest Lindner, Emma Lake, SK, 1966
    CAD 4,200.00
  • The painting presents a view through a foreground of evergreen trees heavy with snow, their branches drooping under the weight. The trees frame a frozen body of water, possibly a lake or river, which reflects the soft pastel colors of the winter sky. The distant shoreline is dotted with warm hues of winter foliage, creating a sense of depth and contrast against the snow-covered ground.
    Winter Afternoon, c 1940CAD 2,200.00
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    Ernest Lindner, Winter Afternoon, c 1940
    CAD 2,200.00
Biography
Ernest Lindner

Ernest (Ernie) Lindner, born on May 1st, 1897, in Vienna, Austria, was a multifaceted artist whose journey took him from military service in the Joint Austrian Air-force to becoming an influential figure in Canada's art community. He served as a lieutenant in the air force from 1915 to 1918, later working as a bank clerk and in his family's walking stick firm before emigrating to Canada in 1926.

 

Upon arriving in Canada, Lindner pursued his passion for art by attending night classes at the University of Saskatchewan under Augustus Kenderdine. His dedication to art education led him to begin teaching night classes at the Saskatoon Technical Collegiate in 1931. Lindner's role in education expanded over the years, eventually becoming a full-time instructor and later the Head of the Art Department at the Collegiate, where he taught until 1962.

 

Ernest Lindner; The Winter TrailErnest Lindner; The Winter Trail, 1937

 

In 1959, Lindner returned to Austria to enhance his skills, taking a master course in etching and stone lithography at the Akademie der Angewandten Kunst of Vienna. After retiring, he focused on his career as a full-time artist until his death in 1988. He is best known for his watercolours and engravings, capturing the essence of the Canadian landscape.

 

Lindner's impact extended beyond his artwork. He was a central figure in the Saskatoon art scene, initiating "Saturday Nights," a weekly discussion group in the homes of local artists. He held significant roles in various art organizations, including the Saskatoon Art Association, the Saskatchewan Arts Board, and the Prospectors, Saskatchewan's first professional society of artists. His influence, alongside Augustus Kenderdine, led to the University of Saskatchewan running its annual Emma Lake Artists' Workshops.

 

Ernest Lindner; Young TreeErnest Lindner; Young Tree 

 

His works were exhibited across Canada and internationally, including the Canada House Gallery in London, and at Canadian Cultural centres in Paris and Brussels. Among his accolades were an Honorary Doctor of Law Degree from the University of Saskatchewan, membership in the Order of Canada, and a Lifetime Award for Excellence in the Arts from the Saskatchewan Arts Board.

 

Ernest Lindner passed away in Saskatoon in 1988, leaving behind a legacy that spanned across continents and artistic mediums, from his early life in Austria to his significant contributions to the Canadian art scene.