From 25 September 2015, the Van Gogh Museum presents a unique exhibition focusing on two giants of Western painting: Vincent van Gogh and Edvard Munch. Munch : Van Gogh is the first exhibition to explore the many striking parallels between their oeuvres and artistic ambitions.
Vincent van Gogh, Sterrennacht boven de Rhône, 1888, Musée d’Orsay, Parijs.
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Visit the Van Gogh Museum to discover the remarkable links between the work and lives of Van Gogh and Munch.
See iconic masterpieces by Vincent van Gogh and Edvard Munch, including The Scream.
Find out more about the context in which Van Gogh and Munch worked and how they were influenced by, for example, the Parisian avant-garde.
Innovative and expressive
Munch : Van Gogh closely examines the affinity between Edvard Munch (1863-1944) and Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890). They are both renowned for their emotionally-charged paintings and drawings, their personal and innovative styles, and their tormented lives. They were devoted to modernising the arts and developed an expressive visual language to convey the universal emotions of the human condition.
Be part of the premiere!
Despite the numerous parallels between the two artists, this is the first exhibition to focus specifically on their connection. Munch : Van Gogh features approximately 70 paintings and 30 works on paper (including The Scream) and also examines the visible influence of the Parisian avant-garde on their work.
Cultural programme
Inspired by Munch : Van Gogh, ten major cultural institutions will be hosting a special cultural programme exploring the legacy of the two artistic kindred spirits. Film, performances, debates and music will all show how the influence of Edvard Munch and Vincent van Gogh on contemporary art and culture has more than stood the test of time. The following institutions are participating in the programme: EYE Filmmuseum, De Balie, de Appel arts centre, the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, the Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra, Toneelgroep Amsterdam, the Dolhuys, Het Veem Theater, Stichting Literaire Activiteiten Amsterdam, the Netherlands Chamber Orchestra and the Van Gogh Museum.
Discover the fascinating world of Munch and Van Gogh!
