Two Adolescents
- Original dimensions
- 129.5 x 179.5 cm
- Museum
- Munch Museum
- Year
- 1919
Scene depicted
This canvas transports us into the emotion of a meeting, that of two adolescents immersed in a silent conversation, revealing a moment of fragile complicity. Through delicate gestures and palpable closeness, Munch depicts a relationship imbued with melancholy where hope and sadness intertwine, thus revealing the intimacy of souls.
Historical context
Created in Oslo, Norway, during the height of modernism, the painting Two Adolescents embodies the emotional turmoil of the time. At the heart of the artistic impulses of the early 20th century, this work is rooted in a particularly rich heritage, in the shadow of the famous Munch Museum, where it remains displayed, captivating the gaze of visitors from around the world.
Place in the artist's career
“Two Adolescents” represents a pivotal period in Munch's career, marking a shift towards a more introspective approach. Compared to “The Scream” and “The Madonna,” this painting illustrates a maturation of his style: softer colors and a more nuanced emotion, borrowing from real life while retaining the imprint of the fantastic.
Anecdote
“Art is the intense expression of the soul, capturing the moment of emotion.” Munch recalls, evoking that lost spring morning in the depths of a sweet and silent alley. It is in this delicate light that he drew inspiration to bring his masterpiece , “Two Adolescents,” to life, testifying to the fleeting innocence of youth.
Major exhibitions
Edvard Munch : portraits