Woman on the Veranda Steps
- Original dimensions
- 96 x 118 cm
- Museum
- Munch Museum
- Year
- 1942
Scene depicted
In this painting , the artist depicts a woman sitting, immersed in a moment of reflection. The veranda steps, while offering a lightness of being, evoke a symbolic passage between the inside and the outside, a duality dear to Munch. The composition subtly plays on emotions, capturing a moment suspended in time, a reflection of a solitude that is nonetheless serene.
Historical context
In the second half of the 20th century, at the heart of artistic Oslo, Edvard Munch created this iconic painting . A member of the expressionist movement, he elevates the human condition through deeply psychological works. Currently exhibited at the Munch Museum in Oslo, this canvas of 96 x 118 cm continues to resonate with a global audience, reflecting a time when art narrates the complexity of human emotions.
Place in the artist's career
This painting is situated in the full artistic maturity of Munch, a period when he experiments with expressiveness in form and color. Compared to “The Scream” and “The Madonna,” it reveals an evolution towards more intimate scenes, while maintaining this deep psychological approach, rooted in his exploration of human turmoil.
Anecdote
“The morning light is a melody for the soul.” These words perfectly summarize the inspiration behind this masterpiece . It was on a quiet morning, on the steps of his veranda, that Munch captured the essence of a woman lost in her thoughts, blending intimacy and contemplation. This canvas embodies that fleeting, almost palpable sensation.
Major exhibitions
Munch og Ekely: 1916-1944