Nude, sitting on the sofa
- Original dimensions
- 80.5 x 100.5 cm
- Museum
- Munch Museum
- Year
- 1925
Scene depicted
This canvas immerses us in a universe where sensuality intertwines with melancholy. Munch, with his unique style, captures a fragile moment: a naked woman, attentive to the outside world, sitting on a couch, surrounded by an atmosphere of softness and nostalgia. Every element of the painting seems to whisper a story, a hidden emotion, both universal and deeply personal.
Historical context
Created in 1925, this iconic work by the Norwegian painter Edvard Munch emerges in 1920s Berlin, a vibrant era marked by expressionism . It is in this context that Munch, a central figure of the movement, resonates the soul of this painting . Currently, this canvas is located at the Munch Museum in Oslo, where it continues to captivate visitors with its impressive dimensions, 80.5 x 100.5 cm.
Place in the artist's career
“Nude, Sitting on the Couch” is situated at a pivotal time in Munch's career, where his style reaches a striking emotional depth. This painting can be paralleled with two other notable paintings : “The Scream” and “The Madonna,” each illustrating the tragic quest of the human soul, exploring vulnerability and passion.
Anecdote
“Art is an emotion, a silent scream.” For Munch, the inspiration for this masterpiece sprang forth one spring morning as he strolled through a blooming garden. This fleeting moment nourished the evocative power of Nude, Sitting on the Couch , capturing the essence of human intimacy.
Major exhibitions
Munch og Ekely: 1916-1944