Bathing Young Men
1904
oil
From the collection of Munch Museum
1904
oil
From the collection of Munch Museum
Dominant colour
Bathing Young Men is a 1904 oil by Edvard Munch, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Munch Museum.
This painting shows three young men, possibly teenagers, in a bathing scene. They are all naked and standing in a row, with their backs to the viewer. The men on the left and right have their arms at their sides, while the one in the middle has his arms crossed over his chest. The background is a mix of blue and white, with some yellow accents. The figures are depicted in a loose, expressive style, with visible brushstrokes and a focus on capturing the play of light on their skin. The overall effect is one of relaxed, casual intimacy, as if the men are simply enjoying each other's company. If you like this painting, you might also want to explore the work of Edvard Munch.
