Woman
- Original dimensions
- 227.5 x 152.5 cm
Scene depicted
The painting Woman by Munch depicts a female figure standing at the center, mysterious and contemplative. Her angular features and flowing hair evoke a palpable melancholy, oscillating between vulnerability and strength. The background, with its striking colors, seems to capture the essence of the woman's emotional state, creating an atmosphere imbued with both intimacy and distance.
Historical context
Œuvre : Woman |BRK| Artiste : Edvard Munch |BRK| Année : 1925 |BRK| Musée : Munch Museum |BRK| Dimensions : 227.5 x 152.5 cm |BRK|
Place in the artist's career
This painting represents a turning point in Munch's career, a period when he merges his symbolist influences with a sharper modern consciousness. Alongside The Scream and The Madonna , Woman illustrates his stylistic and emotional evolution, exploring the complexities of desire and solitude, making these works milestones of modern art.
Anecdote
“The woman is a mystery, a waking dream.” These words resonate in Munch's mind, reflecting the essence of his masterpiece . Inspired during a morning walk in Oslo, he captured a fleeting vision of beauty and human complexity, thus forging the soul of this painting .