The artwork titled “Love Divided” by Odd Nerdrum belongs to the Neo-baroque art movement and falls within the genres of symbolic painting and nude painting (nu).
The artwork depicts two nude figures, their bodies intertwined yet appearing to be in the midst of a struggle or a delicate balance. A luminous sphere anchors one figure, while the other seems to be suspended in the void, contributing to the composition’s dynamic tension. The use of chiaroscuro, a hallmark of the Neo-baroque style, creates a dramatic contrast between light and shadow, showcasing the artist’s technical prowess in rendering the human form. This symbolic painting evokes a sense of emotional and physical division, capturing the complexity of human relationships through its evocative imagery.
