The Seine At Saint-Cloud
1890
Before he terrified the world with 'The Scream,' Edvard Munch spent time in France soaking up the lighter, breezier side of life. Painted in 1890, this sun-dappled view of the Seine at Saint-Cloud shows a surprisingly cheerful Munch experimenting with Impressionist techniques. Notice the loose, shimmering brushstrokes capturing the water's reflection and the tall tree framing the scene—it's a far cry from his usual angst-ridden masterpieces. This piece reveals a fascinating, lesser-known chapter of the artist's life, proving he wasn't always obsessed with existential dread.
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