Artwork
Standing Naked Man. The Source
Standing Naked Man. The Source is a tempera painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1910 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum. Standing Naked Man.
About this work
Overview
Standing Naked Man. The Source is a 1910 tempera painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for exploring emotional and psychological themes.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a naked man with dark hair standing with his head bowed, gazing downward. His introspective posture suggests feelings of sadness or fatigue, inviting contemplation.
Technique & Style
The figure is rendered in simple lines using red and blue hues, set against a predominantly yellow background with streaks of blue and red, characteristic of post-impressionist tendencies.
History & Provenance
The work is part of the Munch Museum's collection, reflecting Munch's ongoing exploration of the human psyche through his art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
