Building Workers in Snow
1920
oil
From the collection of Munch Museum
1920
oil
From the collection of Munch Museum
Building Workers in Snow is a 1920 oil by Edvard Munch, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Munch Museum.
This painting depicts two men in a winter landscape, with one carrying a long wooden plank on his shoulder. The scene is set against a backdrop of snow-covered ground and a large, unfinished wooden structure in the background. The men are dressed in casual attire, with the one carrying the plank wearing a yellow jacket and pants, while the other is clad in a blue jacket and yellow pants. The painting's color palette is muted, with shades of yellow, blue, and brown dominating the scene. The brushstrokes are bold and expressive, giving the painting a sense of energy and movement. The overall atmosphere is one of quiet industry, with the men going about their work in a peaceful winter setting. For more information on the artist behind this painting, explore the works of Edvard Munch.
