Two White Horses in a Green Meadow

Munch employs a palette of muted pastel tones, allowing the white of the horses to stand out against the light green ground. Gentle, fluid brushstrokes convey the texture of grass and the sheen of the animals’ coats, while the overall handling of paint creates a soothing visual rhythm characteristic of his post‑impressionist phase.

The painting was executed during a period when Munch was consolidating his reputation in Norway after years marked by personal illness and loss. Since its creation, the work has remained in Norway, eventually entering the permanent holdings of the Munch Museum, where it is displayed alongside other late works by the artist.

In the years surrounding World War I, Munch’s output shifted toward more serene subjects, moving away from the angst of earlier pieces such as *The Scream*. This shift reflects a broader trend among his contemporaries toward exploring restorative aspects of nature, positioning the painting within a larger dialogue about healing and emotional balance in early twentieth‑century art.