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Two Children on their way to the Fairytale Forest, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1901

Two Children on their way to the Fairytale Forest

Edvard Munch

1901

oil

canvas

From the collection of Munch Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Two Children on their way to the Fairytale Forest is a 1901 oil by Edvard Munch, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Munch Museum.

Who painted this?
Edvard Munch
When & what style?
1901 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Munch Museum

About this work

The painting "Two Children on their way to the Fairytale Forest" by Edvard Munch shows two children walking along a road towards a forest. The children are dressed in simple clothing and have their backs to the viewer. The forest is depicted in shades of green and yellow, with tall trees and a winding path. The painting is done in casein paint, which gives it a smooth and flat appearance. The colors are muted, with a focus on earth tones and pastels. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation and a sense of wonder. The painting is held at the Munch Museum, which is dedicated to the works of Edvard Munch. If you're interested in learning more about the artist and his techniques, you might want to look up the museum next.

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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