Geese in the Garden
- Original dimensions
- 68 x 90 cm
- Museum
- Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
- Year
- 1911
Scene depicted
Geese in the Garden illustrates a peaceful and serene scene, where the birds move quietly, bringing a touch of life to the lush landscape. This painting captures the very essence of nature, simple beauty, and offers viewers a moment of escape into a reality imbued with happiness and tranquility.
Historical context
Created in 1911, in Oslo, this memorable painting is part of the expressionist movement, commonly associated with Munch's art. Evoking a period that is both tumultuous and revealing of the human psyche, this pictorial work is currently housed at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum , a prestigious venue in Madrid, Spain.
Place in the artist's career
Geese in the Garden marks a significant milestone in Munch's career. At the crossroads of his artistic development, this painting reflects a mature style, contrasting with his more troubled works such as The Scream and The Madonna. It reveals a search for light and serenity amidst a career dominated by dark and emotional themes.
Anecdote
“Nature is a mirror of the soul, it reveals our inner truth.” These words resonate like a mantra in the mind of Edvard Munch at the time of creating his painting. It was a spring morning, where the vibrant colors powerfully evoked a fragile joy, a contemplative pause in the face of the beauty of the garden.