The Beggar
1909
charcoal
From the collection of Munch Museum
1909
charcoal
From the collection of Munch Museum
The Beggar is a 1909 charcoal by Edvard Munch, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Munch Museum.
The painting depicts a man in a white shirt and dark pants, with his right hand raised to his chin. He appears to be walking down a street, with buildings visible in the background. The scene is rendered in muted colors, with the man's figure standing out against the more subdued tones of the surroundings. A notable aspect of the painting is the way the artist has captured the sense of movement and energy in the scene. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, giving the impression of a moment frozen in time. If you're interested in learning more about the artist's use of color and light, you might want to explore the technique of chiaroscuro.
