Melancholy 1892

"Melancholy" is a 1892 lithograph by Edvard Munch, a prominent figure in the Symbolist movement. The work depicts a solitary figure in a landscape, showcasing Munch's signature style of conveying intense emotions through simplified forms. The figure, resting on a rocky shore, gazes down with closed eyes, suggesting a state of profound introspection. The minimalist landscape further emphasizes the figure's isolation, adding to the overall sense of melancholy and existential angst. The subdued tones and expressive lines of the lithograph contribute to the work's emotive power.