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Woman's Head against the Shore, 1899. Creator: Edvard Munch
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Woman's Head against the Shore, 1899. Creator: Edvard Munch
Woman's Head against the Shore, 1899
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Distance Distant Edvard Munch Expressionism Expressionist Melancholic Melancholy Munch Edvard Norway Norwegian Shore Symbolist Turquoise
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Woman's Head against the Shore" is a powerful and evocative woodcut print created by the renowned Norwegian Expressionist artist, Edvard Munch, in 1899. This masterpiece is a testament to Munch's innovative use of color and his ability to convey complex emotions through art. The image depicts a solitary woman's head, gazing out at the vast, turbulent sea. The woman's melancholic expression and the distant shoreline create a sense of longing and isolation. The use of vibrant colors, such as turquoise, orange, blue, green, and red, adds to the emotional intensity of the piece. The woman's head is set against a backdrop of the rocky, uneven shoreline, with the sea stretching out into the distance. Munch's innovative approach to woodcut printing is evident in the way he used two blocks, each sawn into two sections, to create the intricate details of the woman's head and the textured shoreline. The use of light green, orange, blue, green, and red brown ink on ivory Japanese paper adds depth and texture to the print. This artwork is a prime example of the Symbolist and Expressionist movements of the late 19th century. The geographical feature of the coast and the sea are used as symbols of the human condition, with the woman's head representing the human psyche and the sea representing the unknown and the unknown emotions. The "Woman's Head against the Shore" is a heritage art piece that continues to captivate audiences with its emotional depth and innovative use of color and technique. It is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art, particularly the Expressionist and Symbolist movements of the late 19th century. This print is currently housed in the Art Institute of Chicago's impressive collection, where it continues to inspire and intrigue visitors from around the world.
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