Artwork
Alma Mater
Alma Mater is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1912 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.
About this work
Overview
Alma Mater is a 1912 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for emotionally charged works. The painting is part of the Munch Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a group around a seated woman, possibly a maternal figure, in an outdoor setting with a beach or shore in the background. The figures are engaged in various activities, with the central woman watching over them.
Technique & Style
Munch's use of muted colors, including greens, blues, and browns, and a simple composition creates a calm atmosphere. The painting is characteristic of the post-impressionist movement, reflecting Munch's focus on psychological expression developed during his studies at the Royal School of Art and Design in Oslo.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
