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Vampire, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1916

Vampire

Edvard Munch

1916

oil

canvas

From the collection of Munch Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Vampire is a 1916 oil by Edvard Munch, a Post-Impressionism work, depicting Breastfeeding, held at Munch Museum.

Who painted this?
Edvard Munch
When & what style?
1916 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Munch Museum

About this work

This painting shows a woman sitting on the ground, her legs curled up and her arms wrapped around her knees. She's nude, and her body is depicted in loose, expressive brushstrokes. The colors are muted, with shades of green, blue, and purple dominating the palette. In the background, there are some indistinct shapes that might be trees or buildings, but they're not clearly defined. The overall effect is one of intimacy and vulnerability, as if the woman is sharing a private moment with the viewer. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look up the artist 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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