Mid-Summer
- Original dimensions
- 151 x 150.5 cm
Scene depicted
The scene captured by Munch is that of a summer landscape, where human figures are immersed in lush nature. They are surrounded by the wild beauty of the land, evoking a communion of harmony and tranquility, an invitation to escape and contemplate the simple pleasures of life.
Historical context
Œuvre : Mid-Summer |BRK| Artiste : Edvard Munch |BRK| Année : 1915 |BRK| Musée : National Gallery of Oslo |BRK| Dimensions : 151 x 150.5 cm |BRK| Expositions majeures : Olaf Schous gifts to the National Gallery: National Gallery November 14, 1987 - February 7, 1988 |BRK|
Place in the artist's career
Mid-Summer represents a pivot in Munch's career, where the artist explores themes of joy and melancholy. Compared to The Scream, this painting marks an advancement in his use of color and forms. It also resonates with The Madonna, where human emotions are translated through inner landscapes.
Anecdote
“Nature is the greatest of poets,” Munch is said to have remarked, evoking the inspiration that led him to this composition . Imagine a Norwegian summer, where the fragrances of wildflowers blend with the whispers of leaves in the wind. This canvas is a declaration of life, painted in the bright light of a summer day.