Artwork
The Girl from Nordland
The Girl from Nordland is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1932 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.
About this work
Overview
The Girl from Nordland is a 1932 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for his emotionally charged works. The painting is part of the Munch Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a nude woman seated in a red basket chair, with a fur wrap across her legs. A window behind her reveals a red building with white trim, creating a sense of domestic intimacy.
Technique & Style
Munch's post-impressionist style is evident in the thick, bold brushstrokes and vivid color contrasts. The loose, expressive technique gives the work a spontaneous feel, with the red chair and fur wrap standing out against a simpler background.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
