Self-Portrait with a Bottle of Wine, 1906 #2
by Edvard Munch
Title
Self-Portrait with a Bottle of Wine, 1906 #2
Artist
Edvard Munch
Medium
Painting - Oil On Canvas
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Edvard Munch (1863-1944) was a Norwegian painter and printmaker whose work had a profound impact on the development of modern art. Born in Loten, Norway, Munch's early life was marked by tragedy, as he lost his mother to tuberculosis when he was just five years old, an event that would later deeply influence his art.
Munch's artistic career began in Oslo, where he studied at the Royal School of Art and Design. His early works were influenced by Symbolism and Post-Impressionism but soon evolved into a distinctive style characterized by intense emotion and psychological themes. His most famous painting, "The Scream" (1893), has become an iconic image of existential angst.
Throughout his life, Munch explored themes of love, death, anxiety, and the human condition in his art. His use of vivid colors, bold brushstrokes, and dramatic compositions pushed the boundaries of traditional art and anticipated the Expressionist movement.
Munch's career took him to Berlin and Paris, where he was exposed to new artistic movements and ideas. He exhibited internationally and gained recognition for his innovative approach to art.
Today, Edvard Munch is celebrated as one of the pioneers of Expressionism, and his works are cherished for their emotional depth and psychological intensity. His legacy continues to influence artists and captivate art lovers around the world, making him a seminal figure in the history of modern art.
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September 29th, 2023
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