Boy Lying on his Stomach

Munch employs soft, fluid brushwork to render the boy’s flesh, allowing subtle tonal transitions that emphasize vulnerability. The background consists of warm hues—reds, oranges, and yellows—that blend loosely, creating an atmospheric glow that frames the figure without distracting from his stillness.

The painting entered the holdings of the Munch Museum, the principal repository for the artist’s oeuvre. It has remained in the museum’s permanent collection since its acquisition, where it is displayed alongside other works that trace Munch’s evolution from early symbolism to his later, more personal visual language.

By 1910 Munch had already achieved international recognition through pieces such as *The Scream*. During this period he shifted focus toward smaller, more intimate compositions that explored inner emotional states, aligning his practice with post‑impressionist tendencies toward expressive color and subjective experience.