Join up for an illustrated lecture on internationally recognized Edward Munch's works, held by Gerd Woll, senior curator at the Munch Museum. The event takes place at the Ripley Center, Smithsonian, Nov., 16 at 6: 30 pm.
Edvard Munch’s paintings are internationally recognized for their vivid portrayal of complex psychological themes. Considered one of the major influences on the development of Expressionism in the early 20th century,Munch claimed that the roots of his art lay in the bohemian clique in his hometown, Kristiania, now known as Oslo. His less-known early works echo the physical beauty of Norway with typical seaside landscapes.
Munch’s style dramatically changed as he traveled around Europe, becoming inwardly focused on themes of alienation and angst. His symbolic portrayal of misery, sickness, and death in paintings such as the iconic The Scream, with its distorted facial expression and unnatural coloring, became the “face” of Existential anxiety in fin-desiecle Europe.
In this illustrated lecture, Gerd Woll, senior curator at the Munch Museum, Oslo, analyzes Munch’s work and describes how his originality continues to resonate with international audiences.
Where: S. Dillon Ripley Center, 1100 Jefferson Drive, S.W. (Smithsonian Institution)
When: Wednesday, November 16, 6:30 pm
Tickets: Resident Members $15; SEnior Members $13, Gen. Admission $20