Artwork
Alma Mater: Study
Alma Mater: Study 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: Study is a 1912 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for exploring emotional depth in his work. The painting is part of the Munch Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene scene of a woman holding a child, conveying a sense of calm intimacy. The subjects' simplified forms and the woman's serious expression contribute to the work's contemplative atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, Alma Mater: Study features bold, expressive brushstrokes, particularly in the green background with yellow accents. The subjects' clothing, including the woman's red jacket and white shirt, adds to the composition's color palette.
History & Provenance
Created in 1912, the painting reflects Munch's post-impressionist style, developed during his studies at the Royal School of Art and Design in Oslo. It is now held in the Munch Museum.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
