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Jealousy

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In a dimly lit room pulsating with intensities of green, a figure emerges from the depths of emotional turmoil. The artist encapsulates a moment of profound jealousy—an intertwining of love and anguish as the male subject gazes outwards, eyes wide with a mixture of despair and vulnerability. His sallow complexion juxtaposes sharply against the vivid green walls, creating an unsettling atmosphere that heightens the viewer’s sense of distress. The background, filled with patterned dots, almost vibrates with energy, drawing us into the anguish of the foreground figure, a man perhaps frozen in fear of losing his beloved.

In the background, the haunting silhouette of a woman dressed in red, seemingly absorbed in a secretive moment, stands as a symbol of threat—the antagonist in this emotional drama. The vibrant red of her attire stands in stark contrast to the male protagonist, intensifying feelings of isolation and fear. The loose brushwork and bold color choices create a visceral sense of panic and jealousy, as if the paint is alive with the emotions spilling from the canvas. This piece, emblematic of the artist’s exploration of psychological landscapes, reflects a poignant moment that speaks to the human experience of love and its accompanying vulnerabilities.

Jealousy

Edvard Munch

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Created:

1907

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3856 × 2602 px
575 × 845 mm

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