Two Chambermaids
- Original dimensions
- 146 x 220.5 cm
- Museum
- Munch Museum
- Year
- 1915
Scene depicted
In Deux Femmes de chambre , Munch depicts two female figures, one seated, the other standing, immersed in an intimate atmosphere. While the characters' features express a palette of varied emotions, the luminous composition and soft shadows create an ambiance that is both peaceful and melancholic, opening a dialogue on solitude and introspection.
Historical context
Created in 1915, in the vibrant city of Oslo, this oil painting composition is emblematic of the expressionist movement. Evoking a period of turmoil and introspection, Deux Femmes de chambre is currently housed in the Munch Museum, a sanctuary dedicated to the legacy of Edvard Munch . Its impressive dimensions, 146 cm by 220.5 cm, add to the power of the work.
Place in the artist's career
Deux Femmes de chambre is part of a mature phase of Munch. At this stage, the artist had already produced major works such as The Scream and The Madonna , illustrating an evolution towards the expression of deep and complex emotions, while mastering innovative techniques in the field of painting.
Anecdote
“Painting is the art of silence, it speaks when words fade away.” said Munch, inspired by fleeting encounters in the streets of Oslo. One morning, while observing two women in a room, he captured the fleeting essence of their connection, giving birth to this pictorial work that still resonates today with unparalleled emotional strength.
Major exhibitions
Edvard Munch and his models: 1912-1943