Night in Nice
- Original dimensions
- 54 x 48 cm
- Museum
- National Gallery of Oslo
- Year
- 1891
Scene depicted
The painting “Night in Nice” immerses us in an enchanting scene, a moment suspended between day and night. The swirling colors create a landscape where lights dance with shadows, evoking an atmosphere of mystery and contemplation.
Place in the artist's career
Night in Nice stands at a crossroads in Munch's career, marking a significant stylistic evolution. Alongside The Madonna and The Scream , this canvas demonstrates a mastery of light and emotion, illustrating the artist's personal quest to express the human soul.
Anecdote
“I wanted to capture the soul of the night in a blink of an eye,” said Munch when referring to his canvas . Inspired by the vibrant atmosphere of Nice, each brushstroke evokes a sense of nocturnal calm, a light scent of the sea, mingled with the whispers of urban life, enveloping the viewer in a sweet melody of emotions.
Major exhibitions
Munch and France