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Young People on the Beach (The Linde Frieze), by Edvard Munch, oil, 1904

Young People on the Beach (The Linde Frieze)

Edvard Munch

1904

oil

canvas

From the collection of Munch Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Young People on the Beach (The Linde Frieze) is a 1904 oil by Edvard Munch, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Munch Museum.

Who painted this?
Edvard Munch
When & what style?
1904 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Munch Museum

About this work

This painting depicts a group of young people gathered on a beach, with some standing and others sitting. The scene is set against a backdrop of a body of water and a distant shoreline, with a few buildings visible in the distance. The figures are dressed in casual attire, with some wearing hats and others with their heads uncovered. The painting features a range of colors, including blues, greens, and earth tones, which are used to create a sense of depth and atmosphere. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, giving the painting a dynamic and spontaneous feel. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of movement and energy, drawing the viewer's eye across the canvas. To learn more about the artist's techniques and style, explore the works of 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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