Expressionist oil painting by Edvard Munch showing pale, anxious figures in top hats walking down a shadowy city street at night, titled "Evening on Karl Johan Street."

Edvard Munch "Evening on Karl Johan Street" Expressionist Art Poster – Modern Fine Art Pri

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Expressionist oil painting by Edvard Munch showing pale, anxious figures in top hats walking down a shadowy city street at night, titled "Evening on Karl Johan Street."

Edvard Munch "Evening on Karl Johan Street" Expressionist Art Poster – Modern Fine Art Pri

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This powerful Expressionist painting, "Evening on Karl Johan Street" (1892) by Norwegian master Edvard Munch, captures a haunting nighttime scene in Oslo where a crowd of formally dressed figures, wearing top hats and bonnets, pass the viewer with unnervingly pale, mask-like faces. It is a defining image of urban anxiety and isolation from the period.

Perfect for a contemporary living room, an academic study, or a sophisticated gallery wall, this print introduces intense psychological depth and historical weight wherever it is displayed.

The work stands as a cornerstone of the Expressionism movement, showcasing Munch’s pioneering use of color and distortion to reflect internal psychological states rather than external reality. While the street is identifiable, the figures dissolve into a mass of fearful anonymity, creating a stark visual contrast between the glowing yellow windows and the heavy, foreboding blue of the night sky. This high-quality *Edvard Munch Expressionist art print* allows enthusiasts to own a piece of this groundbreaking era. The composition itself is a masterpiece of early modernism, frequently compared to the famous companion piece, "The Scream," due to its profound sense of dread felt within the urban environment. If you are searching for *famous expressionist city scene wall decor*, this piece is unparalleled in its emotional intensity and historical significance. Our museum-quality reproduction captures the rich texture and vibrant, yet somber, palette of the original oil on canvas. It’s an essential acquisition for collectors and those who appreciate *modern fine art reproduction prints* that explore the themes of loneliness. Add this key piece of art history to your collection today, representing the very best of *1892 Norwegian painting*.

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