Artwork
Akerselva
Akerselva is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1892 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.
About this work
Overview
Akerselva is a 1892 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist. It depicts a cityscape of the Akerselva river.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows the Akerselva river, a subject that reflects Munch's interest in capturing the urban environment. Munch's personal experiences, including illness and family loss, likely influenced his introspective portrayal of the scene.
Technique & Style
Akerselva is characteristic of Munch's post-impressionist style, marking a significant point in his stylistic development. The work is a product of his exploration of new artistic approaches during this period.
Context
Munch's artistic training at the Royal School of Art and Design in Kristiania (Oslo) and his adoption of a bohemian lifestyle, emphasizing 'soul painting', contributed to the development of his unique style.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
