Death and Spring
1897
oil
From the collection of Munch Museum
1897
oil
From the collection of Munch Museum
Dominant colour
Death and Spring is a 1897 oil by Edvard Munch, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Munch Museum.
The painting shows a woman lying on a couch, covered by a blanket. Her face is turned to the side, and her eyes are closed. The couch is white, and the room has a window with a view of a green lawn and trees. The woman's skin is pale, and her dark hair is visible on the pillow. The blanket is pulled up to her chin, and her hands are hidden under the covers. The room is dimly lit, with a warm glow coming from the window. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and contrast between light and dark. If you're interested in learning more about this technique, you might want to explore the work of artists who have used it, such as Leonardo da Vinci or Caravaggio.
