Artwork
Vampire
Vampire 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
Vampire is a 1916 oil painting by Edvard Munch, a Norwegian artist known for exploring emotional and psychological themes in his work.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a nude woman seated on the ground, her body rendered in loose brushstrokes, conveying a sense of intimacy and vulnerability. The subject's emotional state is the primary focus, rather than a literal representation.
Technique & Style
Munch's post-impressionist style is characterized by expressive brushwork and a muted color palette dominated by greens, blues, and purples. The background features indistinct shapes, adding to the overall sense of ambiguity.
History & Provenance
Vampire is part of the Munch Museum's collection, reflecting the artist's significant contribution to the post-impressionist movement.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
