People Sunbathing
1940
oil
From the collection of Munch Museum
1940
oil
From the collection of Munch Museum
People Sunbathing is a 1940 oil by Edvard Munch, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Munch Museum.
This painting shows a group of people sunbathing on a beach. They are mostly naked, with some wearing bathing suits. The people are painted in reds and oranges, with some green and blue in the background. The painting is quite loose and expressive, with visible brushstrokes and texture. The colors are muted, with a focus on earthy tones. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's work, you could check out the Munch Museum.