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The Human Mountain, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1909

The Human Mountain

Edvard Munch

1909

oil

canvas

From the collection of Munch Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

The Human Mountain is a 1909 oil by Edvard Munch, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Munch Museum.

Who painted this?
Edvard Munch
When & what style?
1909 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Munch Museum

About this work

This painting shows a mountain of people, with some figures standing and others lying down. The people are drawn in rough, expressive lines, and the colors are muted, with shades of blue and gray dominating the scene. In the background, there's a body of water and a sky with a few clouds. The overall effect is one of a dreamlike, surreal landscape. The painting's style is loose and expressive, with bold brushstrokes and vivid colors. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this painting, check out the work 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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