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Standing Woman, by Edvard Munch, crayon, 1910

Standing Woman

Edvard Munch

1910

crayon

canvas

From the collection of Munch Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Standing Woman is a 1910 crayon by Edvard Munch, a Post-Impressionism work, depicting Woman, held at Munch Museum.

Who painted this?
Edvard Munch
When & what style?
1910 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Munch Museum

About this work

This painting, titled "Standing Woman," features a woman standing upright, facing the viewer directly. Her facial expression is neutral, and her hands are clasped behind her back. The woman's attire consists of a long dress that reaches her ankles, and her hair is styled in a simple, pulled-back manner. The background of the painting is a solid, light-colored surface. The artist's use of wax crayon as the medium adds a unique texture to the piece. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance, with the woman's calm demeanor drawing the viewer's attention. To learn more about the artist behind this work, look up Edvard Munch.

About the artist

Portrait of Edvard Munch
Artist

Edvard Munch

Edvard Munch ( MUUNK; Norwegian: ; 12 December 1863 – 23 January 1944) was a Norwegian painter.

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