Woman by the Balustrade
- Original dimensions
- 100 x 85 cm
- Museum
- Not specified
- Year
- 1891
Scene depicted
The painting depicts a woman at the balustrade, a suspended moment where introspection meets the surrounding landscape. Her gaze is lost in the horizon, conveying solitude and hope. The painting , imbued with emotional tension, captures a moment where experience and dream merge, inviting us to feel the weight of human thoughts.
Historical context
Created in Oslo, at the heart of a bustling late 19th century Europe, the painting "Woman by the Balustrade" is part of the expressionist movement, reflecting inner turmoil and human passions. This major work was born during a time when art explored the intricacies of the human psyche. Today, although its location is uncertain, its dimensions of 100 x 85 cm make it even more imposing in the collective imagination.
Place in the artist's career
"Woman by the Balustrade" marks a significant turning point in Munch's career. This striking painting coincides with a period of artistic flourishing, comparable to "The Scream" and "The Madonna," where the artist combines boldness and sensitivity, paving the way for an unprecedented introspective and psychological exploration.
Anecdote
"I paint my own memories, my dreams, and my anxieties," Munch said. It was during a gentle spring morning, as he contemplated the beauty and melancholy of a Scandinavian landscape, that he was inspired to create this composition . The soul of the canvas is animated by a poetic breath, a fleeting encounter with the intimate.