The Scream
- Original dimensions
- 98 x 75 cm
- Museum
- Munch Museum
- Year
- 1913
Scene depicted
The painting reveals a scene tinged with tension and melancholy. In a romantic setting, two figures stand caught in contradictory feelings. The intense light and vibrant colors highlight the depth of their emotion, while the troubled atmosphere of this masterpiece evokes the expression of inner struggles.
Historical context
Created in 1913, in Oslo, this painting is emblematic of the expressionist movement that characterizes the work of Edvard Munch . Drawing inspiration from his personal experiences, Munch develops a visual universe blending intense emotions and dark atmospheres. Currently, this canvas comes from the Munch Museum, an institution dedicated to his memory and artistic legacy, where it is displayed in all its splendor.
Place in the artist's career
Jealousy marks a turning point in Munch's career, showcasing his technical virtuosity and his ability to evoke desperate emotions. Following The Scream and before The Madonna , Munch here explores the depths of the human soul, echoing his own experiences with unparalleled intensity.
Anecdote
“Jealousy is a storm that sweeps away our hearts.” When Munch captured this thought on his canvas, he was sitting in a café in Oslo one summer evening, observing the dynamics of couples around him. This moment of observation became a driving force to create a pictorial work as poignant as it is fascinating.