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Haymaking, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1942

Haymaking

Edvard Munch

1942

oil

canvas

From the collection of Munch Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Haymaking is a 1942 oil by Edvard Munch, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Munch Museum.

Who painted this?
Edvard Munch
When & what style?
1942 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Munch Museum

About this work

This painting depicts three men working in a field. The man on the left is wearing blue shorts and appears to be holding a scythe. The man on the right is dressed in white pants and seems to be gathering something. In the background, there is a blue sky with white clouds. The overall atmosphere of the painting suggests a sense of labor and industry. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, giving the painting a dynamic feel. The colors are muted, with shades of green and yellow dominating the palette. The painting appears to be a representation of everyday life, capturing the mundane activities of rural workers. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this painting, you might want to explore the works 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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