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Edvard Munch paintings in Chicago

Norwegian · 1863–1944

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1 work across 1 institution

Chicago's Art Institute of Chicago holds 1 work by Edvard Munch (1863–1944) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.

Munch was a pioneering Norwegian Expressionist whose work explored anxiety, love, and death with a raw psychological intensity that profoundly influenced German Expressionism. The Scream (1893) is among the most recognised images in the history of art. The largest collection of his work is at the Munch Museum in Oslo.

Works by Edvard Munch are protected by copyright — images cannot be displayed. Each result links to Wikidata, where you can find the museum's own listing for the work.

Art Institute of Chicago

Chicago · 1 work on display

The Art Institute of Chicago holds one of the world's finest collections of French Impressionist and Post-Impressionist painting, alongside major American art. Seurat's A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte and Grant Wood's American Gothic are among its most famous works.

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The Girl by the Window

The Girl by the Window

Art Institute of Chicago

c. 1893

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Edvard Munch

Norwegian · Expressionism / Symbolism · 1863–1944

Munch was a pioneering Norwegian Expressionist whose work explored anxiety, love, and death with a raw psychological intensity that profoundly influenced German Expressionism. The Scream (1893) is among the most recognised images in the history of art. The largest collection of his work is at the Munch Museum in Oslo.

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The ScreamMadonnaThe Dance of Life
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Frequently asked questions

How many Edvard Munch paintings are on display in Chicago?

Our current data shows 1 Edvard Munch painting on display in Chicago, held at the Art Institute of Chicago.

Which museum in Chicago has the most Edvard Munch paintings?

Art Institute of Chicago holds all 1 known Edvard Munch work in Chicago.

Where else can I see Edvard Munch's paintings?

Edvard Munch's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for Edvard Munch

Planning your visit to Chicago

The Art Institute of Chicago is at Millennium Park — take the Red or Green CTA line to Adams/Wabash. Allow at least three hours; the Impressionist collection alone warrants a full morning. Illinois residents receive free entry on select days.

Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.