Artwork
Reclining Nude
Reclining Nude is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1914 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.
About this work
Overview
Reclining Nude is a 1914 oil painting by Edvard Munch, characterized by its post-impressionist style and depiction of a serene female figure in repose.
Subject & Meaning
The painting portrays a nude woman lying on her back with a relaxed posture, her face blurred and features indistinct, conveying a sense of calmness and serenity rather than emotional intensity typical of much of Munch's work.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, the work features bold brushstrokes and vivid, contrasting colors, notably the subject's skin tone against a light beige background, underscoring its post-impressionist affiliation.
History & Provenance
Reclining Nude is part of the Munch Museum's collection, though specific details of its creation context or earlier ownership are not highlighted in available information.
Context
Created in 1914, the piece reflects Munch's exploration beyond his more angst-ridden themes, situating it within a broader period of stylistic and thematic experimentation in his oeuvre.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
