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The Death of the Bohemian, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1925

The Death of the Bohemian

Edvard Munch

1925

oil

canvas

From the collection of Munch Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

The Death of the Bohemian is a 1925 oil by Edvard Munch, a Post-Impressionism work, depicting Death, held at Munch Museum.

Who painted this?
Edvard Munch
When & what style?
1925 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Munch Museum

About this work

This painting shows a somber scene in a room. A person lies on a bed, covered with a blanket, while others stand or sit around them. The room is painted in muted colors, with shades of green, red, and brown dominating the palette. A sense of sadness and loss pervades the scene, as if the people are mourning the loss of someone. The brushstrokes are bold and expressive, giving the painting a sense of energy and emotion. If you're interested in exploring more works by this artist, consider looking 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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