Artwork

Two Women on the Shore

Two Women on the Shore, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1935
Two Women on the Shore, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1935

Two Women on the Shore is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1935 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.

About this work

Overview

Two Women on the Shore is a 1935 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for exploring human emotions and relationships through his work.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts two women on a beach, one in dark attire with clasped hands, the other in white with arms at her sides, set against a bright blue sky and yellow sun, evoking a serene atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Munch's post-impressionist style is characterized by a focus on emotional expression, achieved through the use of color and composition to create depth and atmosphere.

History & Provenance

The painting is part of the collection at the Munch Museum, reflecting Munch's significant body of work that continues to be studied and appreciated.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Edvard Munch

Artist

Edvard Munch

Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.

Munch Museum

Museum

Munch Museum

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