Female Model Study
Ca 1920
Edvard Munch, famous for his screaming existential dread, takes a surprisingly loose and fluid approach in this 1920 study of a female model. Instead of rigid lines, the figure emerges from ghostly washes of watercolor—earthy browns for the legs, soft pinks for the surrounding space, and a touch of blue at the base. The model stands with one arm raised, her form almost dissolving into the paper, capturing a fleeting moment rather than a perfect portrait. It’s a fascinating glimpse into how the master of Symbolism played with abstraction later in his career, proving he wasn't just about angst!
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