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Gustav Schiefler, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1908

Gustav Schiefler

Edvard Munch

1908

oil

canvas

From the collection of Finnish National Gallery

Dominant colour

Overview

Gustav Schiefler is a 1908 oil by Edvard Munch, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Finnish National Gallery.

Who painted this?
Edvard Munch
When & what style?
1908 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Finnish National Gallery

About this work

The painting depicts a man sitting in a chair, dressed in a dark suit and tie. He has a white shirt and a mustache, and his right leg is crossed over his left. The background is a mix of yellow and white, with some green and brown accents. The man's expression is serious, and his posture is relaxed. He appears to be looking directly at the viewer. The overall atmosphere of the painting is calm and contemplative. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up 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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