Artwork
Weeping Woman
Weeping Woman is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1907 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.
About this work
Overview
Weeping Woman is a 1907 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for his emotionally charged works.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a woman in anguish, her face contorted and her body twisted in a dramatic pose, conveying intense human suffering and emotional turmoil.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, Weeping Woman exemplifies Munch's post-impressionist style, characterized by distorted forms and a focus on emotional expression, influenced by his personal experiences and bohemian circles.
History & Provenance
The painting is held in the Munch Museum, Oslo, and is a product of Munch's studies at the Royal School of Art and Design, where he developed his distinctive style.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
