Official reproduction of Edvard Munch's work Self-Portrait, (1895) from MUNCH's collection.
Edvard Munch’s Self-Portrait (1895) stands as a striking exploration of identity, mortality, and the artist’s inner psyche. One of Munch’s earliest lithographs, this haunting composition depicts the artist’s floating head encased in a dense black void, framed by a skeletal arm below and his name and the year above. The overall effect is both eerie and meditative, evoking imagery of a tombstone or a spiritual relic like the Shroud of Turin.
The tension within the piece is palpable, conveyed through the asymmetrical features of Munch’s face and the stark contrast between light and shadow. The skeletal forearm is particularly striking, its detailed rendering suggesting a connection to anatomy and mortality, as though it symbolizes the artist’s own confrontation with death and the fragility of life.
Munch’s experimental approach is evident in the fine vertical lines scratched into the dark surface, creating a subtle grid-like texture that enhances the image’s emotional intensity. The artist later reflected on his constant revisions of his work, noting how each print offered new possibilities for interpretation.
Printed on museum-quality, FSC-certified paper (210 g/m²), this fine art print retains the depth and vibrancy of Munch’s original creation. Available in multiple sizes, it is perfect for creating a contemplative and artistic atmosphere in any space.
Features:
✔️ Officially licensed fine art print from MUNCH
✔️ Printed on premium, eco-friendly paper
✔️ Available in sizes: 30x40 cm, 50x70 cm, 70x100 cm
✔️ Option to purchase with or without a frame
✔️ A meaningful gift for art enthusiasts and admirers of Munch’s work
About the original
- Lithographic crayon, tusche and needle
- Title:
Selvportrett (NO)
Self-Portrait (EN)
- Date: 1895
- Classification: Lithpgraphy
- Material/technique: Lithograph, China paper
- 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.
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.
Shipping
We are currently shipping to The EU and Norway.
Shipping costs and delivery time is calculated at the checkout .
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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.
