Artwork

Seated Young Woman

Seated Young Woman, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1916
Seated Young Woman, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1916

Seated Young Woman is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1916 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.

About this work

Overview

Seated Young Woman is a 1916 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist. It is part of the Munch Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts Frøydis Mjølstad, a young woman with blonde hair, seated in a simple chair. Her face is blurred, giving her an enigmatic expression, while her relaxed posture conveys a sense of calm.

Technique & Style

The work is characterized by loose, expressive brushstrokes and vivid colors, typical of the post-impressionist movement. The background features shades of blue, orange, and pink, creating a colorful contrast with the subject's dark dress.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Edvard Munch

Artist

Edvard Munch

Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.

Munch Museum

Museum

Munch Museum

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