Official reproduction of Edvard Munch's work Vampire, (1895) from MUNCH's collection.
The first time the painting was exhibited, in 1893, it was titled "Love and Pain." This title suggests a tender and loving relationship between two people, with a woman kissing a man on the back of the neck. It is likely that Edvard Munch’s close friend, the writer Stanislaw Przybyszewski, influenced him to change the title. Przybyszewski, inspired by the misogynistic ideas of the time, published his own highly personal interpretation of the motif. He described it as "A broken man with a biting vampire face on his neck" and wrote further: "But he will not be free of the vampire; he will not be free of the pain; and the woman will always be seated there, always biting him with a thousand adders' tongues, with a thousand poisonous fangs." Munch likely appreciated this description, as evidenced by his decision to change the title to Vampire.
About the original:
- Title:
Vampyr (NO)
Vampire (EN) - Date: 1895
- Classification: Paintings
- Technique: Oil on canvas
- Owner / Collection: Munchmuseet
About our prints
Quality
Matte Paper Poster:
- Paper Finishing: Matte, smooth, non-reflective surface.
- Paper Weight: 200 gsm, durable and long-lasting.
- Environmental Impact: FSC-certified or equivalent paper, supporting sustainable practices.
- Our heavy-weight, white, premium matte paper has a natural, smooth uncoated finish that feels luxurious to the touch.
Framed Matte Paper Poster:
- Ready-to-hang: Includes hanging kit, ready to hang directly on the wall.
- Frame Material: Durable pine wood.
- Frame Measurements: 20-25mm thick, 10-14mm wide.
- Paper Weight: 200 gsm, thickness: 0.22 mm.
- Paper Finishing: Matte, smooth, non-reflective surface.
- Protection: Shatterproof plexiglass protects the poster.
- Sustainable Paper: FSC-certified materials or equivalent.
Framed Canvas:
- Canvas Material: FSC-certified wood stretcher bars, cotton-polyester blend (300-350gsm, 350-400 microns).
- Frame Colors: Black, Natural Wood, Dark Brown.
- Sustainable Wood: FSC-certified or locally sourced poplar or pine.
- High-Quality Printing: Long-lasting, vibrant colors.
- Hanging Kit: Included, varies by country.
- Frame Dimensions: The width (the front of the frame) is 9 to 14 mm wide, with a thickness of 32 mm. A 12 mm gap between the canvas and frame ensures a snug fit.
Printing
Printing and framing is done by our print partner at a printing facility close to the customer. Because all posters are made to order, all sales are final and non-refundable.
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Our selection
This is the only place you will find reproductions approved by the MUNCH Museum. Many of the works offered through this store are exclusive and not available anywhere else.
We regularly introduce new motifs from our vast collection. If you’ve fallen in love with a specific artwork and would like a reproduction, feel free to contact us, and we will gladly make it available for you.
