Artwork
Crouching Nude
Crouching Nude is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1917 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.
About this work
Overview
Crouching Nude is a 1917 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for exploring the human figure and emotional states.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a nude figure crouched on a red blanket, with their head resting on their hand, conveying a sense of introspection or contemplation.
Technique & Style
Rendered in soft pastel colors with visible brushstrokes, the work exemplifies Post-Impressionist tendencies, prioritizing expressive color and form over realistic representation.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Munch Museum's collection, reflecting Munch's ongoing exploration of the human figure and emotional states, influenced by his personal experiences with illness and family struggles.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
