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Grethe Schou, by Edvard Munch, charcoal, 1910

Grethe Schou

Edvard Munch

1910

charcoal

canvas

From the collection of Munch Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Grethe Schou is a 1910 charcoal by Edvard Munch, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Munch Museum.

Who painted this?
Edvard Munch
When & what style?
1910 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Munch Museum

About this work

This painting is a portrait of a woman. She is standing in the center of the canvas, wearing a long dress and a hat. The background is a light color, which makes the woman stand out. The woman's face is painted in a simple style, with a few brushstrokes. Her eyes are looking straight ahead, and her mouth is closed. She has a serious expression on her face. The painting is done in oil paint, which gives it a rich and vibrant color. The artist, Edvard Munch, was known for his bold and expressive use of color. If you want to learn more about Munch's work, you could check out the Munch Museum.

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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