Woman with Samoyed
- Original dimensions
- 105.5 x 130.5 cm
Scene depicted
In this painting , Munch illustrates a woman enveloped in an atmosphere of calm, accompanied by her faithful Samoyed. The intimate composition evokes a powerful bond between man and nature, a suspended moment where the penetrating gaze of the woman seems to pierce the soul of the viewer. The painting draws the eye and invites contemplation of the beauty and vulnerability of humanity in the face of the majesty of nature.
Historical context
Œuvre : Woman with Samoyed |BRK| Artiste : Edvard Munch |BRK| Année : 1929 |BRK| Musée : Munch Museum |BRK| Dimensions : 105.5 x 130.5 cm |BRK| Expositions majeures : Edvard Munch and his models: 1912-1943 |BRK|
Place in the artist's career
Woman with Samoyed is situated at an important turning point in Munch's career, reflecting his mature expressionism . Alongside famous paintings such as The Anxiety and The Scream, this work represents an evolution in the representation of emotions. The technical mastery and psychological introspection of the painter are revealed here in a harmony of colors and forms that are deeply touching.
Anecdote
Edvard Munch often said: “Art is not about reproducing reality, but about expressing what we feel about it.” This thought resonates particularly in the creation of the canvas , where a gentle autumn morning, a face encountered on a misty path inspired Munch. The emerging emotional force in front of this landscape brought this pictorial work to life, rooted in a blend of serenity and melancholy.