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Taarbæk Harbour, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1905

Taarbæk Harbour

Edvard Munch

1905

oil

canvas

From the collection of Munch Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Taarbæk Harbour is a 1905 oil by Edvard Munch, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Munch Museum.

Who painted this?
Edvard Munch
When & what style?
1905 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Munch Museum

About this work

This painting shows a harbour scene with boats docked in the water. The boats are painted in shades of green, white, and red, with some having sails. In the background, there are buildings and trees along the shore, set against a blue sky with clouds. The artist has used bold brushstrokes and vivid colours to create a sense of movement and energy in the scene. The painting has a sense of calmness and serenity, despite the vibrant colours used. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, you can 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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