Artwork
Original Man
Original Man is an oil painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Edvard Munch. It dates from 1905 and is held in the collection of the Munch Museum.
About this work
Overview
Original Man is a 1905 oil painting by Norwegian artist Edvard Munch, characterized by its expressive portrayal of a bearded man set against a distinctive green background with darker accents.
Subject & Meaning
The painting focuses on a somber, yellow-bearded figure in a deep purple shirt, conveying a sense of introspection or solemnity through his serious expression, aligning with Munch's thematic exploration of inner emotional states.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, the work exhibits Post-Impressionist tendencies in its vivid, non-naturalistic color palette (notably the bright yellow beard and deep purple shirt) and expressive brushwork, prioritizing emotional depth over realistic representation.
History & Provenance
Created in 1905, Original Man is part of Edvard Munch's oeuvre exploring psychological depth. The painting is currently housed in the Munch Museum collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian:; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.
