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Rugged Tree Trunks in Summer, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1923

Rugged Tree Trunks in Summer

Edvard Munch

1923

oil

From the collection of Munch Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Rugged Tree Trunks in Summer is a 1923 oil by Edvard Munch, depicting forest, held at Munch Museum.

Who painted this?
Edvard Munch
When & what style?
1923
Where can I see it?
Munch Museum

About this work

In the painting, rugged tree trunks stand in a forest, their twisted forms prominent. The forest floor is covered in greenery, with some brown leaves and branches scattered about. The trees' trunks are rendered in shades of brown, with hints of green and yellow in the foliage. The painting's colors are muted, with a focus on earth tones. The brushstrokes are visible, giving the painting a textured look. The overall effect is one of a serene, natural setting. If you're interested in exploring more of Edvard Munch's work, you can look up the artist.

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