Artwork
Naked Men in Swimming Pool
Naked Men in Swimming Pool is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1923 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.
About this work
Overview
Naked Men in Swimming Pool is a 1923 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for exploring the human condition.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a group of naked men in a swimming pool, conveying a relaxed atmosphere. The men's casual poses and expressions suggest a carefree scene, contrasting with Munch's typical themes of anxiety and existential dread.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by loose, expressive brushstrokes and a muted color palette dominated by blues, greens, and browns, aligning with post-impressionist tendencies.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Munch Museum's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
