By the Roulette
- Artist
- Edvard Munch
- Date
- 1892
- Style
- Expressionism
- Genre
- Genre painting
- Location
- Rasmus Meyer Collection
"By the Roulette" is a captivating genre painting that captures the vibrant atmosphere of a gambling scene. Executed in rich oil on canvas, the artwork exhibits expressive brushwork characteristic of Expressionism, emphasizing the intense emotions and tension of the moment. The composition draws viewers into the gritty realism and psychological depth of the scene, blending the narrative qualities of genre painting with the raw intensity of Expressionism. Overall, the painting offers a powerful portrayal of chance, risk, and human vulnerability.
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