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Consolation in the Forest, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1924

Consolation in the Forest

Edvard Munch

1924

oil

canvas

From the collection of Munch Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Consolation in the Forest is a 1924 oil by Edvard Munch, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Munch Museum.

Who painted this?
Edvard Munch
When & what style?
1924 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Munch Museum

About this work

This painting shows two people embracing in a forest. They're sitting on the ground, surrounded by trees and bushes. The colors are mostly greens and blues, with some brown and yellow. The figures are nude, and their bodies are painted in loose, expressive brushstrokes. The background is more detailed, with visible trees and foliage. The overall mood is peaceful and intimate. If you like this painting, you might also want to check out the work of artist Edvard Munch.

About the artist

Portrait of Edvard Munch
Artist

Edvard Munch

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

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