The Murderess
- Original dimensions
- 120.5 x 110.5 cm
- Museum
- Munch Museum
- Year
- 1906
Scene depicted
In The Murderess , Edvard Munch depicts an intimate and disturbing scene. The composition reveals a silhouette standing behind a window, like a soul caught in desolate reflections. This painting, although enigmatic, invites an exploration of isolated feelings, conjuring an atmosphere of both melancholy and introspection.
Historical context
Created in 1906, The Murderess is an iconic painting that emerges in the vibrant context of Norway, marked by the expressionist movement. This canvas transports us to a time when art is committed to exploring the depths of human emotion. Currently exhibited at the Munch Museum in Oslo, the painting measures 120.5 by 110.5 cm, illustrating dimensions of evocative power.
Place in the artist's career
The Murderess stands as a significant milestone in the career of Edvard Munch , illustrating his shift towards a more introspective style. Alongside The Scream and The Madonna , this painting expresses a technical and emotional evolution that reflects his relentless quest for inner truth. Munch reaches a stylistic peak, engaging the viewer in a complex emotional dance.
Anecdote
“Every brushstroke is a confession.” This quote from Edvard Munch resonates deeply when observing the creative process behind The Murderess . Inspired during a dark night, when the moon barely pierced the veil of clouds, this painting evokes the tormented soul of an artist seeking to capture the shadows of his own thoughts.
Major exhibitions
Munch og Warnemünde: 1907-1908