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Bathers on the Beach, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1940

Bathers on the Beach

Edvard Munch

1940

oil

canvas

From the collection of Munch Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Bathers on the Beach is a 1940 oil by Edvard Munch, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Munch Museum.

Who painted this?
Edvard Munch
When & what style?
1940 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Munch Museum

About this work

This painting shows a group of people on a beach. They are standing or sitting on the sand, and some are wearing swimsuits. The scene is set against a backdrop of green hills and a blue sky with a few clouds. The painting is done in oil paint and features bold brushstrokes and vivid colors. The artist has used a range of colors, including greens, blues, and yellows, to create a sense of warmth and energy. The painting is held at the Munch Museum, which is dedicated to the work of Norwegian artist Edvard Munch. If you're interested in learning more about Munch's technique, you might want to look up impasto.

About the artist

Portrait of Edvard Munch
Artist

Edvard Munch

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

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