Artwork
New Rays
New Rays is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1910 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.
About this work
Overview
New Rays is a 1910 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 nude man and woman embracing in a dimly lit space. The figures are characterized by loose, expressive forms, with the man's face blurred and the woman's hair flowing. The scene conveys a sense of intimacy and emotional connection.
Technique & Style
The painting features thick, impasto oil paint with visible brushstrokes, creating a textured surface. The color palette is muted, with browns, blues, and touches of red dominating the composition. The post-impressionist style is evident in the expressive use of color and texture.
History & Provenance
Munch's artistic approach was influenced by his experiences with illness and loss, as well as his studies at the Royal School of Art and Design in Oslo under the guidance of Hans Jæger.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
