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Edvard Munch: 17th of May in a Small, Norwegian Town | Scandinavian Art Print

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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.