Artwork

Evening Atmosphere at Sea

Evening Atmosphere at Sea, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1892
Evening Atmosphere at Sea, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1892

Evening Atmosphere at Sea 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

Evening Atmosphere at Sea is a 1892 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for exploring emotional and psychological states through his work. The painting is part of the Munch Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene seascape at dusk, characterized by a calm sea and cloudy sky. The muted color palette, dominated by blues and grays, evokes a sense of tranquility and peacefulness.

Technique & Style

Munch's use of soft colors and gentle brushstrokes creates a calming atmosphere. The painting's post-impressionist style moves beyond naturalism to convey inner experience, a direction that would define Munch's later work.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Edvard Munch

Artist

Edvard Munch

Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.

Munch Museum

Museum

Munch Museum

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