Artwork
Alma Mater: Portrait Study
Alma Mater: Portrait Study is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1914 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.
About this work
Overview
Alma Mater: Portrait Study is a 1914 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for exploring emotional and psychological depth in his work.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a woman wearing a hat and red shawl, gazing directly ahead. Her face is rendered realistically, while her attire and the green and white background are more abstractly treated.
Technique & Style
Munch's post-impressionist style is evident in the visible brushstrokes and textured finish. The contrast between the realistic face and abstract surroundings adds to the painting's emotional complexity.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Munch Museum's collection. It reflects Munch's artistic development, influenced by his studies and the nihilist writer Hans Jæger.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
