Artwork
Turkeys
Turkeys is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1913 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.
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Overview
Turkeys is a 1913 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for his emotionally charged works. The painting is part of the Munch Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a group of turkeys walking across a grassy field, with trees and a possible path or bridge in the background. The scene is rendered in a loose, expressive style that conveys a sense of movement.
Technique & Style
Munch used bold, uneven brushstrokes and a limited color palette of greens, browns, and blues, with touches of red, to create a dynamic and textured effect. The varying thickness of the paint adds to the sense of energy and movement.
History & Provenance
Created in 1913, Turkeys is associated with the post-impressionist style. It is held in the Munch Museum, reflecting the artist's significant contribution to the collection.
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Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian:; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
