Attraction II 1896

"Attraction II" is a lithograph created by Edvard Munch in 1896, showcasing two figures in profile facing each other against a backdrop of dark, imposing structures. The figures, rendered with gestural lines and a sense of emotional intensity, capture a moment of attraction and longing, a theme central to Munch's artistic exploration. His signature use of line, shadow, and the expressive quality of the figures characterize this work, reflecting the anxieties and complexities of human relationships prevalent in the late 19th century. The work’s muted tones and melancholic atmosphere evoke a sense of solitude and introspection, characteristic of Munch’s artistic style.