Artwork
Children on the Street
Children on the Street is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1906 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.
About this work
Overview
Children on the Street is a 1906 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for exploring emotional and psychological depth in his work.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a group of children in a natural setting, standing on a winding road surrounded by trees and grass. The children's varied clothing and engaged postures convey a sense of movement and interaction.
Technique & Style
Munch's use of oil paint and expressive brushwork creates a textured, three-dimensional effect. The work reflects his post-impressionist style, characterized by a focus on emotional expression.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Munch Museum's collection. Munch developed his style after studying at the Royal School of Art and Design in Kristiania, drawing on his personal experiences and emotional responses.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
