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Two Women under a Tree, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1909

Two Women under a Tree

Edvard Munch

1909

oil

canvas

From the collection of Munch Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Two Women under a Tree 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 two women standing under a tree. The women are dressed in long skirts and blouses, with one wearing a dark jacket. They are surrounded by green grass and trees, with a body of water visible in the background. The scene is painted in a loose, expressive style, with visible brushstrokes and vivid colors. The overall mood is one of serenity and contemplation. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of impasto, you can look up more information on the technique.

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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