The Winter Studio Under Construction
- Original dimensions
- 230.5 x 153 cm
- Museum
- Munch Museum
- Year
- 1929
Scene depicted
In this pictorial work, Edvard Munch immortalizes the creative process. The artist depicts himself in full activity, the walls of his studio under construction becoming symbols of a vital and creative space. The canvas illustrates the vibrant energy and solitary journey of any artist seeking to capture the beauty of the world, making this moment of transition visible.
Historical context
Created in 1929 in Oslo, this painting is set in an artistic context shaped by post- expressionism . The painting signifies a retrospective on the creative values related to the artist and his environment in the Oslofjord region. Currently exhibited at the Munch Museum, this masterpiece captures the essence of the early 20th century while taking into account avant-garde influences.
Place in the artist's career
The Winter Studio Under Construction represents a crucial step in Munch's career, situated between his standout works such as The Scream and The Madonna . This painting reflects the maturation of his style, where themes of isolation and self-exploration are more poignant than ever. Each canvas responds to the other, oscillating between despair and the quest for authenticity in his artistic search.
Anecdote
Edvard Munch once declared: “Painting is a cry of life.” The inspiration for this canvas sprang forth on a winter morning, when the first light of day filters through a studio emerging from the whiteness. This fleeting moment becomes the vivid and vibrant source of the expression found in The Winter Studio Under Construction .
Major exhibitions
Munch og Ekely: 1916-1944