Mrs. Marie Linde 1902

Edvard Munch's 1902 lithograph "Mrs. Marie Linde" is a striking example of the artist's focus on portraiture and psychological depth. The work depicts the subject's face, rendered in a minimalist style with stark lines and subtle shading, against a blank background. The intense gaze of the subject, coupled with the simplified representation of the face, creates a sense of intimacy and invites viewers to contemplate the inner world of the sitter. This work, housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, exemplifies Munch's masterful use of line and composition to convey complex emotions.