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Bathing Men, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1915

Bathing Men

Edvard Munch

1915

oil

canvas

From the collection of Munch Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Bathing Men is a 1915 oil by Edvard Munch, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Munch Museum.

Who painted this?
Edvard Munch
When & what style?
1915 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Munch Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a group of men bathing in a natural setting, with a rocky shore and a body of water in the background. The men are shown in various poses, some standing, others sitting or lying down, all engaged in the act of bathing. The artist's use of color and brushwork creates a sense of movement and energy in the scene, with bold strokes and vivid hues that evoke a sense of vitality and spontaneity. The overall effect is one of joy and abandon, as the men seem to revel in the simple pleasure of bathing in the great outdoors. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, you might want to explore the paintings of Edvard Munch.

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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