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Digging Men with Horse and Cart, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1920

Digging Men with Horse and Cart

Edvard Munch

1920

oil

canvas

From the collection of Munch Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Digging Men with Horse and Cart is a 1920 oil by Edvard Munch, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Munch Museum.

Who painted this?
Edvard Munch
When & what style?
1920 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Munch Museum

About this work

In this painting, a horse is prominently featured, pulling a cart with two men digging in the ground. The horse is depicted in a white color, while the men are shown in a more muted tone. The background of the painting is a mix of greens and browns, with some blue visible in the sky. The painting's use of color and composition creates a sense of depth and texture, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figures of the horse and men. The brushstrokes are bold and expressive, adding to the overall energy of the piece. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, consider exploring the paintings 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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