Model in Green and Blue
- Original dimensions
- 60 x 90.5 cm
- Museum
- Munch Museum
- Year
- 1912
Scene depicted
The painting "Model in Green and Blue" presents a poignant portrait of a seated woman, enveloped in a cascade of colors that evoke her melancholy. Delicate and introspective, the work explores the complex nature of feminine beauty and desire, prompting the viewer to feel the emotions of a tumultuous inner world, in the manner recommended by expressionism .
Historical context
Created in 1912 in Oslo, the painting "Model in Green and Blue" is part of the expressionist movement that is then flourishing. In a context of social and artistic transformations in Europe, Munch testifies through his canvas to the intensity of human emotions. Currently exhibited at the Munch Museum, this pictorial work measuring 60 x 90.5 cm marks a prolific period for the artist.
Place in the artist's career
This painting marks a significant milestone in Munch's career, situating his unique aesthetic between his famous "Scream" and his later paintings such as "The Madonna." This moment is a revealer of the transition towards deeper explorations of human emotions, highlighting the stylistic evolution of the artist throughout his life.
Anecdote
“I paint as I breathe, with all the strength of my being.” This quote from Edvard Munch evokes the emotional depth he infused into his masterpiece . Imagine a spring morning, the sun's rays timidly filtering through scratched windows, as he observes a model in shades of green and blue, capturing the very essence of life.
Major exhibitions
Edvard Munch and his models: 1912-1943