Artwork
Oslo Bohemians
Oslo Bohemians is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1925 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.
About this work
Overview
Oslo Bohemians is a 1925 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for exploring emotional and psychological themes in his work.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a genre scene featuring Birgit Prestøe and two others seated around a table with a simple still life, conveying a sense of quiet contemplation.
Technique & Style
Munch's post-impressionist style is evident in the muted color palette, dominated by browns and grays, and the use of chiaroscuro to create depth through strong contrasts of light and shadow.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Munch Museum's collection, reflecting Munch's connection to his native Oslo, where he studied and adopted a bohemian lifestyle influenced by Hans Jæger.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
