Model Seated on the Couch

Model Seated on the Couch

Edvard Munch

1920

oil

From the collection of Munch Museum

About this work

This painting shows a woman sitting on a couch. She's wearing a dark dress and has her hair pulled back. The room around her is dimly lit, with shadows cast across the walls and floor. The woman's face is blurred, and her body is relaxed as she sits on the couch. The colors used are muted, with shades of brown and gray dominating the scene. The overall atmosphere is one of quiet contemplation. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume in the painting. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's technique, you can explore the use of chiaroscuro further.

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