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Dark Spruce Forest, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1900

Dark Spruce Forest

Edvard Munch

1900

oil

panel

From the collection of Munch Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Dark Spruce Forest is a 1900 oil by Edvard Munch, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Munch Museum.

Who painted this?
Edvard Munch
When & what style?
1900 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Munch Museum

About this work

The painting features a landscape of a dark spruce forest, with towering trees that dominate the scene. The trees are depicted in various shades of green, with some appearing more vibrant than others. In the foreground, a few trees are visible, while the background is filled with a sea of trees that seem to stretch on forever. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye into the forest. The trees appear to be swaying gently in the breeze, adding to the sense of movement and life in the painting. This painting is reminiscent of the work of 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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