Artwork
Käte Perls
Käte Perls 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
Käte Perls is a portrait painted in oil by Edvard Munch in 1913. It is a representation of Käte Perls, executed in a post-impressionist style.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a woman, Käte Perls, standing in a long green dress with clasped hands, her face neutral and red hair visible. The overall mood is calm and serene.
Technique & Style
Munch's use of color and composition creates depth and dimensionality. The background is a mix of yellow, green, and brown hues, contrasting with the subject's attire.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Munch Museum's collection. Munch, a Norwegian painter, developed his distinctive style through studies at the Royal School of Art and Design in Kristiania (Oslo) and influences from his psychological state and bohemian circles.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
