ART ANALYSIS

THE SEPARATION

There are two different moods that we can see in the painting. A good emphasis on the separation
of different moods, and colors used. Artistically and decoratively sophisticated. Two distinct surfaces of the
motif are divided by swooping lines that have slight variances. Furthermore, it also depicts what the loss of
a loved one can accomplish via the use of color, setting, and character placement. White and black, which
are diametrically opposed hues, are used in his picture. White and gold dominate the woman's appearance,
illuminating the surrounding area.
Edvard Munch was known for his psychological theme paintings like his most well-known painting
titled “The Scream”. However, we will not talk about that painting instead we will be talking about his
painting titled “Separation”. The title itself is simple and easy to understand. What makes it so special? The
emphasis on separation is excellent. The painting is aesthetically pleasing and decoratively painted. The
separation of emotions that people will feel in the painting Is also spectacular, sadness and freedom. That
is how I perceive the woman. Moreover, it depicts a man and woman in the process of separation. These
two subjects might be lovers who fall out of love in their love story. It might also signify different meanings
such as separation of mental freedom, happiness and which develops into depression.
Numerous possible interpretations are possible for this painting. It might signify heartbreak,
depression, loss of freedom, or even death. Colors that can be found in the painting are useful for the
audience interprets the artwork. It really depends on how people understand the painting however “In his
painting “Separation” Munch shows what the death of a loved one can do, through the color choice, the
scenery, and the placement of the characters.” (Baya Ginsburg, 2021).
 The intricacies in this painting reveal a lot. The colors stand out the most, and their stark contrast
conveys the sense of loss and progress. Although the setting is a little more understated, it still manages to
convey a lot about how the man feels abandoned.

SPOLIARIUM

The Roman Colosseum's basement was known as the "spoliarium" where defeated gladiators were
disposed of and stripped of their belongings. A chaotic and harsh painting that emphasizes the meaning
behind it. The secret scenes of the gory spectacle in ancient Rome were described by Juan Luna a Filipino
Hero. He painted it together with Hidalgo when they visited Europe.
Juan Luna took eight months to complete. It portrays fallen and dead gladiators who have lost their
armor and swords. On the right are those who appear to be grieving family members searching among the
mound of dead bodies for their loved ones, while on the left are spectators who appear to be watching just
the massacre of the gladiators. The painting's overall effect is created by its somber color palette. It has
delicate lines that give off a Renaissance atmosphere. The result is a lifelike and realistic scene. The
shape, form, and proportion of the bodies that predominate in paintings from this era are further features
that provide the sense of the Renaissance.
Typically, spoliarium is seen as a visual metaphor or symbol of the pain that the Filipino people
endured during Spanish colonial rule. However, the Spoliarium's interpretation cannot be given to us or
resolved for us in order for us to fully comprehend the work in an aesthetic sense and to enjoy its sublimity.
According to my interpretation of the picture, the Spoliarium typically refers to societal biases.
Because it does not romanticize the anguish that can be observed not just in the picture but also in
the world around us, this art inspires because it accurately depicts the misery that must have been
endured.