Ducks and Turkeys in the Snow
- Original dimensions
- 99 x 79 cm
- Museum
- Stenersen
- Year
- 1913
Scene depicted
In this canvas , Munch captures a scene of daily life in harmony with nature. The ducks and turkeys, lost in an immaculate landscape, create a serene, almost nostalgic atmosphere. The snow surrounding them acts as a backdrop, highlighting the fragile beauty of wildlife in the face of winter's harshness. This painting testifies to an unbreakable bond between man and nature, a recurring theme in Munch's work.
Historical context
Created in 1913, this painting is emblematic of a delicate moment in the history of modern art, as the expressionist movement was taking off. Nestled in Oslo, Norway, Munch's canvas is an essential work of the 20th century, reflecting a time of deep introspection and transformation. Currently exhibited at the Stenersen museum, it fascinates with its generous dimensions of 99 x 79 cm.
Place in the artist's career
Ducks and Turkeys in the Snow marks a significant milestone in Munch's career, illustrating his growing concerns about the relationship between humans and their environment. This painting elegantly positions itself between The Scream , emblematic of human anxiety, and The Dance of Life , a celebration of existence. It reflects an evolution towards more serene, yet equally evocative compositions.
Anecdote
“Nature is a mirror of the soul, a reflection of our deepest concerns.” These words of Munch resonate throughout his work. Imagine a winter morning, the first rays of the sun piercing the horizon, as the artist observes ducks and turkeys moving in the silence of the snow… It is in this ephemeral moment that the evocative power of Ducks and Turkeys in the Snow was born.