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The image is a woodcut print showing a person's head and upper torso. The person is positioned facing forward, with their face being the central focus. Their facial features are depicted with deep lines and exaggerated expressions, including large eyes and a prominent, downward-turned mouth. They have long hair that falls to the sides of their face, and wear a wide-brimmed hat. The person is dressed in what appears to be a simple garment. In the foreground, a hand with extended fingers emerges. The background is filled with vertical lines.
Edvard Munch, The Old Seaman, 1899, woodcut in black on wove paper, The Epstein Family Collection, 2001.7.1

The Old Seaman

Edvard Munch · 1899 · woodcut in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2001.7.1

The image shows a full-body silhouette of a person in profile, facing left. The figure stands with head bowed slightly forward, arms held close to the body. The facial features are not detailed, with hair flowing down past the shoulders. The body is in warm tones against a dark background. The style is minimalistic, with the signature "E. Munch" in the lower right corner.
Edvard Munch, Female Nude, 1896, color aquatint and drypoint on wove paper, The Epstein Family Collection, 2003.22.1

Female Nude

Edvard Munch · 1896 · color aquatint and drypoint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2003.22.1

The image shows flowing lines and distinct shapes, creating an abstract composition. At the top, there is a sketchy outline of a cityscape and trees. Below, a dark, angular shape suggests a boat-like form with a simplistic human figure seated inside. The composition is surreal, with the elements reminiscent of a journey across water.
Edvard Munch, In the Land of Crystals, 1897, lithographic crayon and tusche on chine collé, The Epstein Family Collection, 2011.84.2

In the Land of Crystals

Edvard Munch · 1897 · lithographic crayon and tusche on chine collé ·  Accession ID  2011.84.2

Edvard Munch, Rouge et Noir, 1898, woodcut in black on thin japan paper [proof], The Epstein Family Collection, 1999.84.3

Rouge et Noir

Edvard Munch · 1898 · woodcut in black on thin japan paper [proof] ·  Accession ID  1999.84.3

This is a poster of an exhibition. The poster features an illustration of a large bird at the top. Beneath the bird, red text reads "EDVARD MUNCH." Additional red text announces the details of the exhibition including type, location, entry fee, and open hours. Lower on the poster are abstract sketches of a village or town setting with various structures. The overall style of the artwork and text suggests a modernist or expressionist influence.
Edvard Munch, Diorama Exhibition Poster, 1910, color lithograph in green-black and red with green chalk on two sheets of joined wove paper, The Epstein Family Collection, 1999.112.1

Diorama Exhibition Poster

Edvard Munch · 1910 · color lithograph in green-black and red with green chalk on two sheets of joined wove paper ·  Accession ID  1999.112.1

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Alpha and Omega

Edvard Munch · 1908/1909 · lithograph in black ·  Accession ID  2002.10.1-23

This print shows two overlapping profiles of faces, both looking to the right. In the front is the profile of a woman, with closed eyes, an open mouth, and long, flowing hair. Behind her is a man with pronounced cheekbones, deep-set, closed eyes, thin lips, and short, closely cropped hair. Both people have pale skin, and their shoulders seem to be nude. The background is blank beige paper, and there is a small, handwritten signature in the bottom left corner.
Edvard Munch, Head by Head (Man and Woman), 1905, drypoint, The Epstein Family Collection, 2019.159.2

Head by Head (Man and Woman)

Edvard Munch · 1905 · drypoint ·  Accession ID  2019.159.2

The sketch features a simple landscape viewed from eye-level. Elements include trees, a structure, and the horizon. Two tree trunks are drawn in the foreground with vertical and winding lines. The open area extends towards the horizon with horizontal and curved strokes. The loose and expressive lines suggest a quick, impressionistic technique. The color palette is primarily muted purple on cream paper.
Edvard Munch, Landscape with Tree Trunk, 1922-1924, purple crayon on wove paper (sketchbook page), The Epstein Family Collection, 2011.84.4

Landscape with Tree Trunk

Edvard Munch · 1922-1924 · purple crayon on wove paper (sketchbook page) ·  Accession ID  2011.84.4

The image shows a person standing in the center. The person faces the viewer with their head tilted to the left, mouth open, and hands on either side of their face. The person's features are exaggerated, and their hair appears to be flowing backward. They wear a robe-like garment. There are no accessories or objects in the image. The background consists of swirling lines suggesting water and sky, creating a dynamic atmosphere. The composition is monochromatic, emphasizing the dramatic expression and movement.
Edvard Munch, Alpha's Despair, 1908/1909, lithograph in black, The Epstein Family Collection, 2002.10.3

Alpha's Despair

Edvard Munch · 1908/1909 · lithograph in black ·  Accession ID  2002.10.3

This is a drawing featuring a sequence of expressive faces and abstract lines alongside text headings in another language. The drawing includes two distinct facial expressions and abstract wavy lines. To the right of the faces and abstractions, there is a list of text in a non-English language, accompanied by various small symbols. The signature "Edv. Munch" is located at the bottom right of the drawing.
Edvard Munch, Table of Contents, 1908/1909, lithograph in black, The Epstein Family Collection, 2002.10.15

Table of Contents

Edvard Munch · 1908/1909 · lithograph in black ·  Accession ID  2002.10.15