Artwork
Tulla Larsen
Tulla Larsen is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the Stenersen Museum.
About this work
Overview
Tulla Larsen is a portrait painted in oil by Edvard Munch in 1900, characterized by a contemplative atmosphere and realistic depiction of its subject.
Subject & Meaning
The painting portrays a woman, identified as Tulla Larsen, with short, wavy hair and a direct gaze, set against a muted blue-green background. Her introspective expression suggests a focus on capturing emotional state, consistent with Munch's thematic explorations.
Technique & Style
Munch utilized oil paint to achieve a blend of realism, particularly in the subject's facial features, and expressive looseness in the rendering of her hair and the overall composition, aligning with Post-Impressionist tendencies.
History & Provenance
Created in 1900, Tulla Larsen is part of the Munch Museum's collection, reflecting the artist's ongoing examination of psychological depth through portraiture during this period.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
