Who painted Else Mustad?

Else Mustad was painted by Edvard Munch in 1918.

Where can I see Else Mustad?

Else Mustad is held by Munch Museum.

What movement is Else Mustad?

Else Mustad is associated with Post-Impressionism.

Artwork

Else Mustad

Edvard Munch , 1918

Else Mustad is a charcoal painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1918 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.

About this work

Overview

Else Mustad is a portrait painted by Edvard Munch in 1918 using oil paint. It is part of the Munch Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a woman with short, reddish hair wearing a long dress, set against an abstract green and yellow background. Her face is turned to the right, while her body is angled left, conveying a sense of introspection.

Technique & Style

Munch's post-impressionist style is evident in the abstract background and the emphasis on capturing the subject's inner state. The brushstrokes in the background are expressive and loose, contrasting with the more defined rendering of the woman.

History & Provenance

Created in 1918, Else Mustad is a later work by Munch, who continued to explore themes of emotional and psychological depth throughout his career. The painting is now held in the Munch Museum.