Two Women in the Garden
- Original dimensions
- 129.5 x 149 cm
- Museum
- Munch Museum
- Year
- 1919
Scene depicted
The painting “Deux Femmes au jardin” depicts two female figures taking root in the heart of a lush garden. The intimacy of their shared moment is palpable. The silhouettes intertwine with the vibrant blooms, symbolizing a communion with nature. This painting immerses us in a scene of serenity, where each element evokes the delicate movement of leaves and the distant sounds of summer.
Historical context
Created in 1919 and an integral part of the expressionist movement, Deux Femmes au jardin is set in a post-war cultural context in the heart of Oslo, Norway. This canvas is bright and vibrant and is still exhibited at the Munch Museum in the same city, a sanctuary dedicated to the work of this genius artist. Measuring 129.5 by 149 cm, it explores deep themes such as solitude and human connection, elements dear to Munch's universe.
Place in the artist's career
Deux Femmes au jardin represents a key milestone in the career of Edvard Munch , placing it at his creative peak. This canvas resonates with other iconic paintings such as “The Scream” and “The Madonna,” thus extending the emotional and psychological explorations that will mark his work.
Anecdote
“Every painting is my truth.” said Munch while scrutinizing the morning light in his garden at Ekely. Inspired by the fleeting beauty of nature, he captured this ephemeral essence, revealing the raw emotion contained in this pictorial work . Deux Femmes au jardin feeds on this quest for truth and transparency.
Major exhibitions
Munch og Ekely: 1916-1944