Artwork
Attraction in the Landscape
Attraction in the Landscape is an oil painting by Edvard Munch. It dates from 1908 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.
About this work
Overview
Attraction in the Landscape is a 1908 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for exploring emotional and psychological themes in his work.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a couple in a romantic moment, set against a blurred landscape of a field or meadow under a light gray sky. The couple, rendered in dark colors, is the primary focus, while the background is executed in lighter hues.
Technique & Style
Munch's style in Attraction in the Landscape reflects his emphasis on expressing emotional states. The contrast between the dark couple and the lighter landscape creates a sense of intimacy and isolation.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Munch Museum's collection, aligning with the artist's broader body of work that explores themes of human emotion and experience.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
