Artwork
Drying Hay
Drying Hay is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1920 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.
About this work
Overview
Drying Hay is a 1920 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for exploring emotional and psychological themes. The work is part of the Munch Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a landscape with a field of hay, divided into sections by red lines, and trees on the left. The scene is set against a blue sky with clouds, evoking a sense of a rural or natural setting.
Technique & Style
Drying Hay features thick, textured brushstrokes and muted colors, characteristic of post-impressionist style. The dominant shades of yellow, green, and brown create a subdued palette, while the visible brushwork adds depth to the scene.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
