Artwork
Model Seated on the Couch
Model Seated on the Couch is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1920 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.
About this work
Overview
Model Seated on the Couch is a 1920 oil painting by Norwegian artist Edvard Munch, characterized by muted tones and a contemplative atmosphere, depicting a woman in a dimly lit room.
Subject & Meaning
The painting portrays a relaxed, yet emotionally subdued, female figure with a blurred face, conveying a sense of introspection and psychological depth, typical of Munch's focus on emotional states.
Technique & Style
Munch employed chiaroscuro to create depth and volume, with dominant shades of brown and gray contributing to the overall somber, post-impressionist aesthetic.
History & Provenance
Created in 1920, the work is now part of the Munch Museum's collection, reflecting the artist's ongoing exploration of human psychology through his post-impressionist style.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
