Seated Nude: Morning
1922
oil
From the collection of Munch Museum
1922
oil
From the collection of Munch Museum
This painting depicts a nude woman seated on a bed, with her body facing the viewer and her head turned to the side. The woman's dark hair is pulled back, and her eyes are cast downward. The bed is covered with a white sheet, and the background features a warm, orange-brown wall. The painting's color palette is muted, with shades of brown, beige, and gray dominating the scene. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, giving the painting a sense of movement and energy. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's eye to the woman's figure. For more works by this artist, explore the art of Edvard Munch.
