Artwork
Wilhelm Wartmann
Wilhelm Wartmann is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1923 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthaus Zürich.
About this work
Overview
Edvard Munch's 1923 oil-on-canvas portrait, Wilhelm Wartmann, is a representation of the subject in a formal setting. The painting is part of the Kunsthaus Zürich collection.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Wilhelm Wartmann, a man dressed in formal attire, standing before a table. His expression and posture convey a sense of solemnity, reflecting Munch's interest in capturing the subject's psychological state.
Technique & Style
Munch employed oil paint to achieve a rich, textured effect. The background features a blend of pink and green hues, contributing to the overall atmosphere of the piece, which is characteristic of Post-Impressionist tendencies.
History & Provenance
Created in 1923, Wilhelm Wartmann is a product of Munch's later career, during which he continued to explore the realm of portraiture as a means to delve into the subject's emotional and psychological depth.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
