Vision e
- Original dimensions
- 64.5 x 80.5 cm
- Museum
- Munch Museum
- Year
- 1930
Scene depicted
In this captivating painting , Munch captures a scene of poignant intensity, where human silhouettes blend into an atmospheric setting filled with mystery. The forms, almost ghostly, seem to dance among the shadows of a waking dream, allowing a dialogue between illusion and reality to emerge. The painting thus becomes a reflection of a tormented inner world, vibrant with ethereal colors.
Historical context
Created in 1930, in the heart of Oslo, this painting emerges in a vibrant artistic context, enveloped by the expressionist movement. The canvas , now preserved in the Munch Museum, bears witness to the period when Munch shapes his visual language in a city where art transcends boundaries, diving its roots into deep emotions. This painting , measuring 64.5 x 80.5 cm, firmly establishes itself in the history of art and in the iconic legacy of the artist.
Place in the artist's career
“Vision e” positions itself as a significant milestone in Munch's career, illustrating a turning point towards a deeper exploration of the human condition. At this time, the artist deploys remarkable emotional energy, sharing this canvas with other notable paintings such as “The Dance of Life” and “The Scream,” which together narrate a stylistic evolution focused on the anguish and beauty of a troubled nature.
Anecdote
“The painting is not just an act of creation, it is a revelation of the soul,” could have said Edvard Munch , one foggy morning, as he stood before the vast Nordic sky. This vision , inspired by his intimate reflections on existence, marks the birth of his masterpiece , revealing an emotional landscape charged with depth.
Major exhibitions
Munch og Ekely: 1916-1944