Construction Work
1919-1920
Most people know Edvard Munch for 'The Scream,' but this piece, 'Bygningsarbeid' (Building Work), reveals a surprisingly lighter side of the artist. Created around 1919-1920, it captures a bustling construction scene with fluid washes of blue, pink, and yellow, showing figures laboring on a hillside. Instead of his usual dark psychological angst, Munch uses a sketchy, almost abstract style that feels incredibly modern and energetic. It’s a fascinating glimpse into his later years, where he moved away from heavy Symbolism toward loose, expressive forms that capture the movement of work itself.
- Technique
- Watercolor
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