Who painted At Supper?

At Supper was painted by Edvard Munch in 1892.

Where can I see At Supper?

At Supper is held by Munch Museum.

What movement is At Supper?

At Supper is associated with Post-Impressionism.

Artwork

At Supper

Edvard Munch , 1892

At Supper 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

At Supper is a 1892 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for exploring emotional and psychological themes.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts three figures at a kitchen table, with Munch's siblings Christian and Inger likely among them, under the soft light of a lamp, conveying a sense of quiet, intimate domesticity.

Technique & Style

Munch employed loose, rough brushstrokes and thick, textured paint, characteristic of post-impressionist techniques, to capture a fleeting moment, with dark blues and blacks dominating the scene and uneven lighting creating deep shadows.

History & Provenance

At Supper is part of the Munch Museum's collection, reflecting the artist's early exploration of emotional and psychological states, influenced by his experiences of childhood illness and family loss.