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Youth, by Edvard Munch, oil, 1913

Youth

Edvard Munch

1913

oil

canvas

From the collection of Munch Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Youth is a 1913 oil by Edvard Munch, a Post-Impressionism work, held at Munch Museum.

Who painted this?
Edvard Munch
When & what style?
1913 · Post-Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Munch Museum

About this work

The painting depicts a young man standing on a beach, with the ocean stretching out behind him. He is shirtless and wearing only briefs, with his left hand resting on his hip. The background features horizontal stripes of green, blue, and white, evoking the sea and sky. The artist's use of bold brushstrokes and vivid colors creates a sense of energy and movement, drawing the viewer's eye to the figure. The painting's simplicity and focus on the subject's pose and expression give it a sense of intimacy and vulnerability. To learn more about the artist's style and technique, explore the work 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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