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Edvard Munch: 17th of May in a Small, Norwegian Town | Scandinavian Art Print
Edvard Munch: 17th of May in a Small, Norwegian Town | Scandinavian Art Print
This Norwegian art print brings Edvard Munch’s 17th of May in a Small, Norwegian Town into a calm Scandinavian home. Painted in 1919, the artwork shows Norway’s Constitution Day through Munch’s expressive colour, rhythm and crowd movement.
It is a meaningful piece of Scandinavian wall art for people who love Norway, Norwegian heritage, Nordic culture, Munch, national celebrations and classic Scandinavian painting.
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This Norwegian art print brings Edvard Munch’s 17th of May in a Small, Norwegian Town into a calm Scandinavian home. Painted in 1919, the artwork shows Norway’s Constitution Day through Munch’s expressive colour, rhythm and crowd movement.
It is a meaningful piece of Scandinavian wall art for people who love Norway, Norwegian heritage, Nordic culture, Munch, national celebrations and classic Scandinavian painting.
About the Artwork
Edvard Munch’s 17th of May in a Small, Norwegian Town was painted in 1919 and is listed as an oil painting connected with the Munch Museum in Oslo. The work measures 114 × 90 cm according to PubHist, while another artwork database identifies it as an oil-on-canvas painting from 1919 housed at the Munch Museum.
The 17th of May is Norway’s Constitution Day, and Munch’s painting turns the national celebration into a vivid scene of movement, colour and everyday life. Instead of creating a formal patriotic image, Munch gives the viewer a living street scene: people gathered together, flags, figures, hats, coats and the feeling of a small Norwegian town in celebration.
As a Norwegian art print, this piece works beautifully as Scandinavian wall art with cultural depth. It is especially suited for homes with Norwegian roots, Nordic interiors, history lovers, Munch collectors and anyone who wants wall art that feels both personal and connected to place.
A verified MUNCH source quotes Edvard Munch saying:
“I saw the sun rise over the cliffs – I painted the sun.”
— Edvard Munch, quoted by MUNCH
This quote is not about 17th of May in a Small, Norwegian Town specifically, but it fits Munch’s broader way of transforming lived impressions, light and memory into expressive painting.
Why This Print Works in a Scandinavian Home
This Munch print brings more colour and energy than many quiet Nordic landscape prints, but it still carries a distinctly Scandinavian atmosphere. The composition feels human, local and cultural — a celebration seen through the eyes of one of Norway’s most important artists.
It works especially well in homes with pale wood, neutral walls, vintage furniture, blue accents, red details or a gallery wall built around Nordic heritage. The image adds life without becoming decorative noise, making it suitable for both modern interiors and homes with a more traditional Scandinavian feel.
Where to Place It
| Room | Why it works |
|---|---|
| Living room | Adds colour, movement and Norwegian cultural character |
| Hallway | Creates a strong first impression with Nordic heritage appeal |
| Home office | Brings history, art and national identity into the room |
| Dining room | Works well as a conversation piece around culture and celebration |
| Gallery wall | Pairs naturally with Norwegian art prints, Nordic maps and Munch posters |
Size Guide
The live product selector currently shows these size options: 30 × 40 cm, 40 × 50 cm, 50 × 70 cm, 60 × 90 cm and 70 × 100 cm.
| Size in cm | Approx. size in inches | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 30 × 40 cm | 12 × 16 in | Small walls, shelves and gallery walls |
| 40 × 50 cm | 16 × 20 in | Bedrooms, hallways and compact rooms |
| 50 × 70 cm | 20 × 28 in | Living rooms and balanced wall displays |
| 60 × 90 cm | 24 × 36 in | Above furniture, larger rooms and statement styling |
| 70 × 100 cm | 28 × 40 in | Spacious interiors and bold focal points |
Product Information
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Product type | Museum-quality art print / poster |
| Artwork | 17th of May in a Small, Norwegian Town |
| Artist | Edvard Munch |
| Year | 1919 |
| Original medium | Oil on canvas |
| Original artwork size | 114 × 90 cm, according to PubHist |
| Associated collection | Munch Museum, Oslo |
| Style | Norwegian art, Scandinavian art, expressive modern painting |
| Paper | Premium matte paper |
| Finish | Smooth, non-reflective finish |
| Paper weight | 200 gsm / 80 lb |
| Thickness | 0.26 mm / 10.3 mil |
| Sustainability | Made only after ordering to help avoid overproduction |
| Best for | Living rooms, hallways, dining rooms, home offices and gallery walls |
Sustainable Production — Made Locally After You Order
Each poster is produced after an order is placed. This helps avoid unnecessary overproduction and allows Hygge by Scandinavia to make the poster close to the customer through its international production network. The live product page states that local production is available in the USA, Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Brazil to help reduce shipping distance and emissions.
What makes this Norwegian art print special?
This Norwegian art print is special because it shows Norway’s 17th of May celebration through Edvard Munch’s expressive modern style. It combines Norwegian cultural identity, Scandinavian art history and a lively small-town atmosphere, making it meaningful wall art for Nordic homes and people with Norwegian heritage.
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