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Description of the artwork
Work: Female Nudes, Sitting and Reclining
Artist: Edvard Munch
Year: 1917
Museum: Munch Museum
Dimensions: 186.5 x 127 cm
Major Exhibitions: Edvard Munch and his Models: 1912-1943
Created in 1917, this painting is located in Oslo, Norway, at the heart of expressionism, a movement that explores the depth of human emotions. In a turbulent post-war context, Munch captures the complexity of feelings through his canvas, now displayed at the Munch Museum, an iconic place of his artistic legacy.
“Art is not a reflection of reality, but a reflection of the soul,” Munch said. One foggy morning, while contemplating the soft light of a studio, he cast his gaze upon female silhouettes, inspiring this pictorial work rich in emotions, a true moment of revelation that connects him to his famous painting.
In this painting, Munch immerses us in the intimacy of feminine forms, juxtaposing delicate bodies, sometimes sitting, sometimes reclining, as if they were frozen in a suspended moment. The postures evoke vulnerability and surrender, while the light sculpts the bodies of the models, revealing silent stories.
Female Nudes, Sitting and Reclining represents a pivotal moment in Munch's career. Prior, his painting The Scream (1893) established his renown. Then, this masterpiece from 1917 marks a stylistic evolution towards a more intimate exploration of human relationships, echoing other works like The Madonna.
Munch uses glazing and impasto techniques to bring his painting to life. Each layer of paint is carefully applied, revealing hidden emotions, while the brushwork energizes the composition, creating a dialogue between light and shadow.
Munch's palette revolves around soft hues, with warm flesh tones clashing against bursts of blue and green. These color choices are not only aesthetic but laden with meaning: warmth evokes sensuality, while the cool colors emphasize mystery, creating a powerful emotional balance for the canvas.
Our reproduction of this painting is executed by hand with the utmost rigor. Painted in oil on museum-quality linen, each phase of the process - from initial sketches to the meticulous application of layers of paint - requires over 40 hours. The pigments used, such as Prussian blue and alizarin crimson, faithfully trace the texture and original colors of the painting.
Once completed, each work is protected by an anti-UV varnish ensuring the durability and brilliance of the pigments. This reproduction is a pictorial work in its own right, imbued with the emotion present in the original masterpiece.
Each painting comes with a numbered certificate of authenticity. It will arrive rolled and carefully wrapped. The packaging includes a reinforced tube and, upon request, a protective wooden crate.
Choose from our premium framing options, tailored to the aesthetic of your interior, whether it be a satin black gallery frame or light oak. Each canvas is enhanced by these finishes.
This painting is an invitation to introspection. It whispers stories of love, solitude, and completeness. This painting, through its evocative power, becomes a mirror, where each gaze finds an echo of its own feelings.
Hang this canvas in a bright space, a calm bedroom, or a soothing hallway. Pair it with natural materials like linen or wood, evoking a healthy and serene atmosphere, reminiscent of the soothing evening light filtering through the window.
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