Gösta Kaudern (1915–1991) was a Swedish painter best known for his maritime subjects and depictions of naval vessels. Largely self-taught, he developed a strong interest in ships and the sea, drawing on personal experience and technical knowledge of shipbuilding.

Working primarily in oil, Kaudern produced energetic scenes of ships at sea and naval exercises, often capturing movement and dramatic weather conditions. His paintings were popular with collectors of maritime art, and he also worked as an illustrator for books and publications on naval history.

Kaudern’s work is represented in Swedish maritime museum collections, and his paintings continue to appear on the art market, appreciated for their lively portrayal of twentieth-century naval subjects.