Artwork
Bathing Men
Bathing Men is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1907 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.
About this work
Overview
Bathing Men is a 1907 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for emotionally charged works. The painting is part of the Munch Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene scene of nude men in shallow water, arranged in a harmonious composition. The figures are shown in various poses, conveying a sense of tranquility.
Technique & Style
Munch employed loose, expressive brushstrokes and a muted color palette dominated by blues and greens to evoke a calm atmosphere. The visible texture and impasto in some areas add to the painting's tactile quality.
History & Provenance
Created in 1907, Bathing Men is characteristic of Munch's post-impressionist style, influenced by his personal experiences and psychological state. The painting is now held in the Munch Museum.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
