Artwork
Starry Night
Starry Night is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1922 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.
About this work
Overview
Created in 1922 by Norwegian painter Edvard Munch, this oil on canvas presents a nocturnal winter scene. The composition is held by the Munch Museum, where it forms part of the artist’s later output within the post‑impressionist vein.
Subject & Meaning
The work shows a quiet, snow‑covered landscape under a deep‑blue night sky. A solitary figure stands on a winding road that recedes into the distance, while a few modest structures punctuate the horizon. Stars and thin clouds scatter across the sky, suggesting a contemplative atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Munch employs vigorous brushwork and a saturated palette to convey movement and depth. Contrasting blues and luminous whites define the sky, while the road and figures are rendered with bold strokes that enhance the sense of space and atmospheric perspective.
History & Provenance
Painted toward the end of Munch’s career, the piece entered the collection of the Munch Museum in Oslo, where it remains on display. Its acquisition reflects the institution’s focus on preserving the full range of Munch’s artistic development.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
