Artwork

Green Tree by the Road

Green Tree by the Road, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1913
Green Tree by the Road, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1913

Green Tree by the Road is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1913 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.

About this work

Overview

Green Tree by the Road is a 1913 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for his emotionally charged works.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a landscape in Kragerø, featuring a road and a tree with thick, gnarled branches. The scene is rendered in a way that emphasizes emotional and psychological expression.

Technique & Style

Munch's use of oil paint is characterized by thick, textured brushstrokes and uneven color blending, creating a dynamic and expressive effect. The rough, impasto style gives the scene a sense of energy and spontaneity.

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 Oslo.

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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