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The image shows a person sitting on the ground sideways. The individual is seated with knees bent, arms stretched forward, and appears to interact with a bird. The figure has discernible facial features with a profile view, styled hair, and is unclothed. Small plants or flowers grow around the person, and the background features a stylized landscape with trees and shrubs drawn with intricate line work. There are no visible jewelry or additional objects other than the bird.
Edvard Munch, Imprimerie Lemercier, Otto Felsing, Woman and the Heart, 1896, etching, drypoint, The Epstein Family Collection, 2024.148.3

Woman and the Heart

Edvard Munch, Imprimerie Lemercier, Otto Felsing · 1896 · etching, drypoint ·  Accession ID  2024.148.3

The image is a detailed and shaded portrait drawing of a woman's head and upper torso. She is facing forward in a relaxed position, with her shoulders slightly angled. Her facial features are softly rendered, displaying prominent eyes, a calmly set mouth, and a clear complexion. Her hair is dark, voluminous, and wavy, surrounding her face and extending down past the shoulders. She appears to be wearing a simple garment with a rounded neckline. There is no visible jewelry or objects being held by the person. The background is predominantly dark with rough, textured shading that frames her face.
Edvard Munch, Anton Peder Nielsen Kildeborg, Danish Lady, 1912, lithograph on wove paper, The Epstein Family Collection, 2024.148.26

Danish Lady

Edvard Munch, Anton Peder Nielsen Kildeborg · 1912 · lithograph on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2024.148.26

The image depicts a stylized person with only the upper half of their body visible. The facial features are abstract with white brushstroke lines outlining the face, and long, flowing hair in a similar style. The figure wears a garment with colorful circular patterns in red, yellow, and green. Beside the figure is a brightly colored bird with shades of blue, orange, green, and yellow. The background is dark and textured, bordered by a lighter beige frame.
Edvard Munch, Edvard Munch, Birgitte III (The Gothic Girl), 1930, hand-colored woodcut, The Epstein Family Collection, 2024.148.21

Birgitte III (The Gothic Girl)

Edvard Munch, Edvard Munch · 1930 · hand-colored woodcut ·  Accession ID  2024.148.21

The image shows a sketch of a young girl's upper body, facing forward with her head slightly turned to the right. Her facial features are softly drawn, with emphasis on her eyes. She has long wavy hair with a large bow on top, and a bow around her neck. The background is plain, with a light texture.
Edvard Munch, Otto Felsing, Suzanne Aimée Cassirer (Paul Cassirer's Daughter), 1906, drypoint, The Epstein Family Collection, 2024.148.13

Suzanne Aimée Cassirer (Paul Cassirer's Daughter)

Edvard Munch, Otto Felsing · 1906 · drypoint ·  Accession ID  2024.148.13

The image shows a sketch of a child standing upright with arms in front. The child has short, wavy hair, large eyes, a small nose, and a slight smile. They are wearing a short-sleeved dress with a dotted pattern and shoes. The background is plain.
Edvard Munch, Dansk Reproduktionsanstalt, Portrait of Pernille Kirkeby, 1908/1909, lithograph, The Epstein Family Collection, 2024.148.15

Portrait of Pernille Kirkeby

Edvard Munch, Dansk Reproduktionsanstalt · 1908/1909 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2024.148.15

Two women are depicted in an illustration style. The woman on the left is sitting at a piano. She has her hair styled in an updo and wears a long, dark dress. The woman on the right stands holding a violin, with dark, shoulder-length hair. She wears a long, patterned dress. The background is a plain, light color.
Edvard Munch, M. W. Lassally Graphische Kunst-Anstalt, Anton Peder Nielsen Kildeborg, Violin Concert, 1903, lithograph, The Epstein Family Collection, 2024.148.10

Violin Concert

Edvard Munch, M. W. Lassally Graphische Kunst-Anstalt, Anton Peder Nielsen Kildeborg · 1903 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2024.148.10

The image shows a person with a surprised expression. They have short hair and are wearing a hat with a flat brim. The person is wearing a dark coat, revealing bare legs, and dark shoes. They are holding a dark object in their right hand. Two animals are to the right of the person, and there are sketchy background elements, including a railing or fence line and indistinct architecture. The scene is depicted in black and white with swirling lines, and there is cursive writing at the bottom of the image. The image is framed by a line border.
Edvard Munch, The Dog Attacking the Postman (Postman and Dog), c. 1930, lithograph, The Epstein Family Collection, 2024.148.25

The Dog Attacking the Postman (Postman and Dog)

Edvard Munch · c. 1930 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2024.148.25

The image shows a street scene from an elevated angle, revealing a path, building facades, and mountains in the distance. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, creating an impressionistic quality. The palette is monochromatic, utilizing shades of grey. A figure stands on a curving path, with buildings and other figures in the background.
Edvard Munch, Anton Peder Nielsen Kildeborg, Street in Como, 1922, lithograph, The Epstein Family Collection, 2024.148.28

Street in Como

Edvard Munch, Anton Peder Nielsen Kildeborg · 1922 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  2024.148.28

The image depicts the upper half of a person's body in a seated position, resting their head on their right hand with a neutral expression. The individual has short dark hair, tan skin, and wears dark clothing that blends with the background. In the background, there is a landscape with land or fields, textured waves, hills, a house, a boat, faint figures, and structures resembling trees or stones. The sky shows varying shades of blue and gray indicating clouds.
Edvard Munch, M. W. Lassally Graphische Kunst-Anstalt, Edvard Munch, Anton Peder Nielsen Kildeborg, Melancholy III (Evening; On the Beach), 1901, color woodcut on wove Japan paper, The Epstein Family Collection, 2024.148.8

Melancholy III (Evening; On the Beach)

Edvard Munch, M. W. Lassally Graphische Kunst-Anstalt, Edvard Munch, Anton Peder Nielsen Kildeborg · 1901 · color woodcut on wove Japan paper ·  Accession ID  2024.148.8

A bold, abstract image showing sweeping lines creating the shape of a large bird-like creature with expansive wings hovering over a skeletal figure lying horizontally below. The creature’s wings arch upwards like an umbrella. The skeletal figure on the ground has a bony structure and is in an outstretched position. The interplay of dark shading and lighter backgrounds creates an eerie juxtaposition.
Edvard Munch, Petersen & Waitz, Harpy, 1899, color lithograph on wove paper mounted on board, The Epstein Family Collection, 2023.161.26

Harpy

Edvard Munch, Petersen & Waitz · 1899 · color lithograph on wove paper mounted on board ·  Accession ID  2023.161.26