Gallery Edition – Skog by Arnulf verland – 55×44 Interior Architectural Study

Curatorial Narrative As we consider “Skog” by Arnulf verland, created circa 1911, it becomes apparent that this Expressionist landscape embodies the tumultuous spirit of its era. verland’s impasto brushwork injects a sense of urgency and intensity into the composition, as if the very essence of the natural world is bursting forth from the canvas. The palette, characterized by rich greens, earthy browns, and flashes of red, evokes a sense of primordial energy, while the dark shadows that punctuate the work imbue it with a sense of mystery and foreboding. It is clear that verland’s technique was driven by a desire to capture the raw, emotional power of the landscape, rather than merely representing its physical appearance.When scaled up to 55×44 inches, “Skog” assumes a commanding presence, its chromatic structure and spatial depth coalescing to create an immersive environment. The impasto brushwork, now magnified, takes on a sculptur