Woman
- Original dimensions
- 313.5 x 198 cm
Scene depicted
"Woman" explores the duality of femininity through a composition that seems to activate all our senses. This painting invites contemplation of the underlying anxiety of beauty, revealing the layers of emotion that every woman carries within her. The figure, with a presence that is both serene and unsettling, captures the essence of the human soul in search of identity.
Historical context
Œuvre : Woman |BRK| Artiste : Edvard Munch |BRK| Année : 1924 |BRK| Musée : Munch Museum |BRK| Dimensions : 313.5 x 198 cm |BRK|
Place in the artist's career
This painting is part of a period of intense creativity for Edvard Munch . Created after his major works such as "The Scream" and "The Madonna", it represents a culmination of his exploration of themes of love and death. With "Woman", Munch merges his personal experiences and innovative techniques, making this painting a milestone in his career.
Anecdote
Edvard Munch once stated: "Art does not reproduce the visible; it makes visible." That day, while walking in a flower garden, a mysterious female figure inspired him to create this pictorial work . It is a suspended moment where beauty meets anguish, and this feeling is beautifully captured in "Woman".