Artwork
Head by Head in Landscape
Head by Head in Landscape is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1908 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.
About this work
Overview
Head by Head in Landscape is a 1908 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for his emotionally charged works.
Subject & Meaning
The painting features a contemplative portrait of a person's head set against a vibrant landscape, with the subject's face turned to the left and their hair rendered in shades of red and brown.
Technique & Style
Munch's use of bold brushstrokes and vivid colors imbues the piece with energy and movement, characteristic of the post-impressionist style.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Munch Museum's collection, which houses many of the artist's works.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
