Edvard Munch, the Crimson Halo, and the National Gallery of Norway
A bare-breasted woman arches her back against a dark background in Edvard Munch's Madonna. Her eyes are closed, her head is tilted back, and her long dark hair cascades over her shoulders. [1] A crimson red halo glows behind her head instead of a gold one. [1] Red-pink dabs mark her nipples and navel, while pale skin stands out.
The title suggests the Virgin Mary, but the artwork communicates intense passion. Munch exhibited this canvas in Leipzig in 1903 as part of his Frieze of Life. [2] It hung right alongside Ashes. [2] It was eventually donated to the National Gallery of Norway in 1909. [2]
We paint this masterpiece by hand, brushstroke-by-brushstroke, in oil on museum-grade linen canvas. This technique is shared by all our Edvard Munch reproductions. We offer this piece and The Scream as Expressionism reproductions. This style focuses on raw human emotions. Both are listed among history's most celebrated artworks.
Choosing Your Madonna Reproduction Size for Your Wall Space
Bring this haunting presence into your home with a hand-painted madonna reproduction. We offer seven sizes to suit your wall, with prices starting from $350. If you need the original proportions, you can request a tailored size to fit your room.
