Woman with Children
- Original dimensions
- 69 x 88.5 cm
- Museum
- Munch Museum
- Year
- 1907
Scene depicted
In this pictorial work, Munch explores the bond between a mother and her children, a powerful symbol of life and protection. The mother, seemingly serene, wraps her arms around the children she loves, embodying both the sweetness and the worries of motherhood. Each gesture is a visual poem, vibrant with life and emotions.
Historical context
This painting was created in Oslo, within a Europe where art is evolving towards expressionism . Edvard Munch , an iconic figure of this movement, captures in 1907 the essence of family life, a theme that was flourishing at that time. The canvas is now located in the Munch Museum, where it continues to fascinate visitors with its boldness and depth.
Place in the artist's career
This canvas represents a crucial step in Munch's career. Evoking works such as "The Madonna" and "The Scream," it testifies to his quest for authenticity and a form of more intimate expression. Munch here moves away from simple representations to explore deep feelings that characterize him.
Anecdote
Edvard Munch once stated: "Life is a canvas that we paint with emotions." Indeed, this canvas was inspired during a morning walk in a quiet park, where the laughter of children echoed in the fresh air, awakening in him the idea of capturing this moment of tenderness.
Major exhibitions
Munch og Warnemünde: 1907-1908