Harvesting Women
1912
oil
From the collection of Munch Museum
1912
oil
From the collection of Munch Museum
This painting shows two women in a garden. The woman on the left is nude and holding a tree branch with red fruit. The woman on the right is also nude and reaching up to the tree. The background is a mix of greens, blues, and browns, with some abstract shapes. The women are painted in a loose, expressive style, with visible brushstrokes and vivid colors. The overall effect is one of movement and energy, as if the women are dancing through the garden. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of joy and freedom. To learn more about the artist's technique, explore the topic of impasto.
