Marat in the Bath and Charlotte Corday

Marat in the Bath and Charlotte Corday

Edvard Munch

1930

oil

From the collection of Munch Museum

About this work

This painting depicts two figures in a room. On the left, a woman stands wearing a black dress and a red hat, holding a green object. To her right, a man sits in a bathtub, facing her. The room's background is a mix of yellow, brown, and green hues. The woman's attire and the man's pose suggest a narrative, but the exact story is unclear. The artist's use of bold colors and expressive brushstrokes adds to the painting's emotional impact. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, look up Edvard Munch.

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