Two Women in the Garden
- Original dimensions
- 90 x 67.5 cm
- Museum
- Munch Museum
- Year
- 1926
Scene depicted
In this painting , two women meet in the heart of a lush garden, where nature flourishes in harmony. Evoking an intimacy and palpable complicity, each gesture is subtle, each glance laden with meaning. This painting is not simply a portrait, but also an exploration of the connection between humanity and nature.
Historical context
Created in 1926, this painting comes to life in Oslo, Norway, an iconic city and the cradle of the expressionist movement of which Munch is a leading figure. Capturing the essence of a time when art evolves to express the turmoil of the human soul, this canvas is now housed in the Munch Museum, offering a window into the past.
Place in the artist's career
Deux Femmes au jardin is situated in a period of artistic maturity for Munch. It dialogues with other paintings such as The Scream and The Madonna, marking an evolution towards a softer, yet equally profound exploration of human emotions. This painting reflects an artist in search of a soothing light, contrasting with his darker works.
Anecdote
Munch once stated: “Art should not serve to imitate nature, but to express the emotion it awakens in us.” On the dawn of a beautiful spring morning, while the intoxicating scent of flowers fills the air, he was inspired by the colors and gentle lights dancing between the branches, thus giving birth to this masterpiece .
Major exhibitions
Munch og Ekely: 1916-1944