No. 34 - Good Friends (Berta and Capi) by Albert Edelfelt c.1881

Small framed art print on canvas, vintage-style reproduction of an antique 1881 portrait. Ideal for calm reading-nook decor, dog-lover wall art with a classic European feel, and warm Nordic interior styling.

Good Friends (Berta and Capi) was painted c.1881 by the Finnish rockstar of the Realism movement, Albert Edelfelt. Albert decided to paint his sister, Berta, mastering the art of a quiet afternoon. That's Berta, looking unimpressed but sophisticated, totally engrossed in her book with Capi. Capi is the original "photobomber," stealing the scene and enjoying a peaceful afternoon with his favorite person.
It perfectly captures that cozy, quiet moment we all crave. It’s elegant, a little moody, and surprisingly modern in its relatability. It’s currently hanging out at the super fancy Hermitage Museum in Russia, but now a high-quality print can hang out in your living room.

This mini oil painting reproduction is printed on archival canvas and paired with a handcrafted frame cast in Hydrostone plaster, using a mold from a 19th-century antique. Finished in-studio to capture the texture and patina of a real vintage frame, it offers all the beauty of an heirloom – without having to inherit it. Available in aged gold or classic black, depending on your mood (or your wall).

Sized in our mini format, this piece makes a quiet statement on a shelf, gallery wall, or anywhere that needs a little mood and a lot of character. It arrives in a custom gift box that includes a removable art card from my curated collection of early 20th-century Swiss lithographed trading cards. On the back: a short message tied to the image - something between a fortune and a pep talk from the ghosts of a Swiss art collective. They’re collectible, slightly mysterious, and full of charm. Designs vary and yours will be chosen at random unless you request a specific one. See the last photo for the full collection. Inside the box, you’ll find a picture pin and an artist card with all the painting’s details.

8 x 7 inches (frame)
4.4 x 3.5 inches (canvas)
Archival canvas print with satin varnish
Weighs 2 lbs
Fitted with hardware for hanging

This print is currently shown in our Mini Cove Frame, but it's also available in the Mini Ornate and Small Ornate Frame. If you'd prefer the Mini or Small version, just message me and I’ll make it appear like magic (or at least pretty quickly).

Perfect For:
- the bookworms in your life.
- anyone who prefers their dog’s company over people’s company.
- adding some "old money" aesthetic to your gallery wall on a "new money" budget.
- a killer housewarming gift.

SHIPPING:

For U.S. Orders - All of my work is handmade in Canada, which apparently makes it invisible to U.S. customs. Tariffs? Duties? Not here. Your order will sail across the border like a ghost through a locked door — no fees, no delay, no paperwork drama. Orders ship via Canada Post/USPS from Ontario with a transit time of 4 - 8 business days.

Canadian orders ship from Ontario via Canada Post with a transit time of 1 - 7 business days.

International orders ship via Canada Post with a transit time of 6 - 12 days.

As all items are made to order, photos shown are just examples.
Making a copy of the frame with the intention to sell it is strictly prohibited.

Crafted with U.S. and Canadian sourced materials to foster a cooperative alliance between neighbors who still build things worth keeping.