The Girl by the Window

Edvard Munch

Created:
Movement:
1893
Expressionism
key Notes:
Introspective solitude, Symbolist atmosphere
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Dimensions:
96.5 × 65.4 cm (38 × 25 3/4 in.); Framed: 110.5 × 79.4 × 8.9 cm (43 1/2 × 31 1/4 × 3 1/2 in.)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Easy
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The Girl by the Window by Edvard Munch

The Girl by the Window, painted by Edvard Munch in 1893, is an evocative example of the artist's exploration of psychological themes through the medium of oil on canvas. This work is emblematic of Munch's ability to convey emotion and introspection, a hallmark of his contribution to Symbolism and Expressionism. The painting captures a solitary figure gazing out of a window, a motif that Munch frequently employed to symbolize introspection and the boundary between the internal and external worlds. Munch's work, including this piece, had a profound impact on the development of modern art, influencing artists such as the German Expressionists. Born in 1863 in Norway, Munch's personal experiences with illness and loss deeply informed his artistic vision, which often centered on themes of existential angst and human emotion. The Girl by the Window remains a significant work within Munch's oeuvre, reflecting his innovative approach to capturing the complexities of the human psyche.

Description of the work:

The Girl by the Window by Edvard Munch (1893)

The Girl by the Window by Edvard Munch, created in 1893, is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the artist's early exploration of Symbolism and emotional expression. The artwork depicts a solitary figure gazing out of a window, capturing a moment of introspection and melancholy, characteristic of Munch's evocative style.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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The Girl by the Window