Who painted Dark-Haired Man and Red-Haired Woman?

Dark-Haired Man and Red-Haired Woman was painted by Edvard Munch in 1900.

Where can I see Dark-Haired Man and Red-Haired Woman?

Dark-Haired Man and Red-Haired Woman is held by Munch Museum.

What movement is Dark-Haired Man and Red-Haired Woman?

Dark-Haired Man and Red-Haired Woman is associated with Post-Impressionism.

Artwork

Dark-Haired Man and Red-Haired Woman

Edvard Munch , 1900

Dark-Haired Man and Red-Haired Woman is a tempera painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1900, Dark-Haired Man and Red-Haired Woman is a tempera painting by Edvard Munch, characterized by a rough, sketchy style and soft, uneven colors, evoking a dreamy, unfinished quality.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts an intimate scene of a dark-haired man and a red-haired woman leaning close together, conveying a sense of emotional intensity and psychological depth, typical of Munch’s exploration of personal themes.

Technique & Style

Munch employed loose, quick brushstrokes in tempera, resulting in a blurry, warm background of yellows and reds, and a overall unfinished appearance that enhances the work’s expressive and emotional impact.

History & Provenance

The work is part of the post-impressionist movement and is currently held in the collection of the Munch Museum.