Artwork
Seated Nude
Seated Nude is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1913 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.
About this work
Overview
Seated Nude is a 1913 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for his emotionally charged works. The painting is part of the Munch Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Ingeborg Kaurin, seated on the ground with her eyes closed, wrapped in a white cloth. Her calm demeanor and relaxed posture convey a sense of serenity.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by loose, expressive brushstrokes and a vivid color palette, with a mix of green and red hues in the background. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a warm and intimate atmosphere, drawing attention to the subject's form and texture.
History & Provenance
Munch created Seated Nude in 1913, following his studies at the Royal School of Art and Design in Kristiania, where he developed a style influenced by his bohemian circle.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
