Model near the wicker chair
- Original dimensions
- 90 x 111 cm
- Museum
- Munch Museum
- Year
- 1919
Scene depicted
The painting illustrates a woman seated in a poignant pose, the wicker chair seeming to echo her introspection. Through her both delicate and striking features, Munch captures a human fragility surrounded by an introspective atmosphere, as shadows dance around her, revealing the depth of her mind.
Historical context
Created in Oslo, this iconic painting from 1919 is part of the expressionist movement, where Edvard Munch draws from his intense emotions to reveal universal truths. The painting is now housed in the Munch Museum, a sanctuary dedicated to the work of this revolutionary artist, where visitors can engage with his deepest thoughts.
Place in the artist's career
Model by the Wicker Chair sits at a crucial crossroads in Munch's career. Between significant works like The Scream and The Madonna , this canvas reflects a stylistic evolution towards a more intimate exploration of human emotions, representing an exceptional phase of maturity in his artistic journey.
Anecdote
“The morning light inspires me and every color comes to life,” Munch said while contemplating nature. It may have been on one of those sunny mornings that he sketched the masterpiece we call Model by the Wicker Chair . This painting, vibrant with emotions, takes on a poignant dimension as one explores its context of inspiration.
Major exhibitions
Edvard Munch and his Models: 1912-1943