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 exploring emotional and psychological themes in his work.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene scene of a woman surrounded by children in a natural setting, evoking a sense of tranquility and contemplation. The woman, dressed in a long skirt and white top, sits in a chair, while the children play on the ground around her.
Technique & Style
Munch's post-impressionist style is characterized by bold brushstrokes and a muted color palette dominated by greens, blues, and browns, which adds depth and texture to the composition.
History & Provenance
Alma Mater is part of the Munch Museum's collection, created after the artist's studies at the Royal School of Art and Design in Oslo and influenced by the ideas of Hans Jæger.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
