Edmute Esche with the Doll
- Original dimensions
- 68 x 76 cm
- Museum
- Kunsthaus Zurich
- Year
- 1905
Scene depicted
"Edmute Esche à la poupée" depicts a young girl, with her doll, immersed in a world of innocence and melancholy. With her gaze lost on the horizon, she embodies both the joy of childhood and the shadow of a quest for identity. The meticulous details of her outfit, coupled with vibrant colors, testify to the duality present in Munch's work, where innocence and the weight of emotions intertwine harmoniously.
Historical context
Created in 1905 in Oslo, this iconic work of the expressionist movement is set against a backdrop where Munch explores the nuances of the human soul. A true echo of the emotional upheavals of his time, the painting "Edmute Esche à la poupée" is currently exhibited at the Kunsthaus Zurich , which has become a temple of art that contains many reflections on the human condition. Its dimensions, 68 x 76 cm, give it a striking presence, captivating every observer.
Place in the artist's career
This painting reveals a pivotal period in the career of Edvard Munch . In 1905, he establishes himself as a master of symbolism , moving away from conventions to explore deeper themes. Alongside other paintings like "The Scream" and "The Madonna", "Edmute Esche à la poupée" reflects an evolution towards a more nuanced and psychological expression of the human experience.
Anecdote
“Painting is a scream, an explosion of popular feelings.” This quote resonates deeply when thinking about the genesis of the painting "Edmute Esche à la poupée". Imagine Munch, one peaceful morning in the heart of Norwegian nature, inspired by an innocent child's smile in the midst of a flower-filled field, a fleeting yet powerful encounter that would give birth to this masterpiece .
Major exhibitions
Edvard Munch : portretter