Self-Portrait, with a Cod's Head on the Plate
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Official reproduction of Edvard Munch's work Self-Portrait, with a Cod's Head on the Plate, (1940-1942) from MUNCH's collection.
In Self-Portrait with a Cod’s Head on the Plate (1940–42), Edvard Munch presents a surreal and thought-provoking scene. Wearing his best suit, Munch sits poised at a table with an enormous cod’s head as the centerpiece, its vacant eyes staring back at the artist. With a knife in one hand and a fork in the other, Munch seems contemplative, almost hesitant, as if questioning his role in this unusual tableau.
The cod’s head, once considered a delicacy, takes on deeper symbolic meaning in this painting. It recalls the biblical tale of Salome and the severed head of John the Baptist, infusing the composition with themes of mortality, sacrifice, and introspection. The juxtaposition of Munch’s formal attire with the grotesque nature of the cod’s head evokes both humor and unease, compelling viewers to ponder its significance.
Painted late in Munch’s life, the work reflects his fascination with anatomy, death, and the human condition. The meticulous detail of the cod’s features—its sharp teeth and lifeless gaze—contrasts with Munch’s restrained demeanor, emphasizing the tension between the animate and inanimate, the artist and his subject.
With its blend of dark humor and symbolic depth, Self-Portrait with a Cod’s Head on the Plate invites viewers to explore the interplay of life, death, and the absurdities of existence.
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:
- Painted on preprimed mahogany wooden panel with the manufactorers stamp of Le Franc.
- Title:
Selvportrett, med torskehode på tallerkenen (NO) - Self-Portrait, with a Cod's Head on the Plate (EN)
- Date: 1940 -1942
- Classification: Paintings
- Material/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.
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.
