Artwork
Self-Portrait with Brushes
Self-Portrait with Brushes is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1904 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.
About this work
Overview
Self-Portrait with Brushes is a 1904 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for exploring the human psyche through his work.
Subject & Meaning
The painting is a portrait of Munch himself, standing in front of a blue wall, holding paintbrushes. His neutral expression and formal attire suggest a sense of introspection and professionalism.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by visible brushstrokes and a focus on subjective expression, aligning with the post-impressionist movement. The blue wall gradates to a lighter shade on the right, adding depth to the composition.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Munch Museum's collection. Munch's life experiences, marked by illness and loss, likely influenced his artistic output, including this self-portrait.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
