Artwork
Rugged Tree Trunks in Summer
Rugged Tree Trunks in Summer is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1930 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.
About this work
Overview
Rugged Tree Trunks in Summer is a 1930 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for emotionally charged works. The painting is part of the Munch Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene summer landscape with rugged tree trunks in the foreground and vibrant green foliage. The scene conveys tranquility and peace, inviting the viewer into an idyllic atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Munch's use of bold brushstrokes and vivid colors brings the scene to life. The contrast between the rugged tree trunks and the soft, hazy background adds depth and texture to the painting, characteristic of post-impressionist style.
History & Provenance
Created in 1930, the painting is now held in the Munch Museum, reflecting Munch's development of a style focused on expressing inner psychological states after studying at the Royal School of Art and Design in Oslo.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
