Artwork
Jacob Torkildsen
Jacob Torkildsen is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the Stenersen Museum.
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Overview
Edvard Munch's 1894 oil-on-canvas painting, Jacob Torkildsen, is a portrait of a man. It is held in the Munch Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is depicted wearing a pink suit, hat, and holding a cane, yet his posture and expression suggest a relaxed demeanor. The formal attire contrasts with his casual stance, creating an intriguing image.
Technique & Style
Munch's use of bold colors and confident brushstrokes characterizes the painting. A solid-colored background focuses attention on the subject, while the artist's post-impressionist style is evident in the expressive rendering of the figure.
History & Provenance
Munch, a Norwegian painter, created Jacob Torkildsen during his post-impressionist period, having studied at the Royal School of Art and Design in Kristiania.
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Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
