Edvard Munchs The Scream has become an iconic image for all time, defining a personal moment of anxiety that has become practically archetypal in its popularity. The Scream, which depicts a moment in the artist's life in the hills above Oslo, is as relevant today as it was in its first iteration at the turn of the 20th century. The image of a human figure gripping its face, surrounded by chaotic, red swirling skies, has had as much of an impact on popular culture as the Mona Lisa. Instantly recognizable, it has influenced Andy Warhol and even The Simpsons cartoon series. Munch was ahead of his time, depicting a psychological reality on canvas rather than a literal one. Peter Olsen, a Norwegian businessman, owns the present work -- one out of four, created in 1895 -- pastel on board in the artist's original frame. Olsen's father was a friend, neighbor and patron of Munch.
On May 2, The Scream will lead the Impressionist and Modern art evening in New York, but not before an interesting journey from Norway. On April 13, the masterpiece came to view at Sotheby's in London for the first time ever; Sotheby's will also reveal the work for the first time in New York on April 27.
Edvard Munchs The Scream has become an iconic image for all time, defining a personal moment of anxiety that has become practically archetypal in its popularity. The Scream, which depicts a moment in the artist's life in the hills above Oslo, is as relevant today as it was in its first iteration at the turn of the 20th century.
The image of a human figure gripping its face, surrounded by chaotic, red swirling skies, has had as much of an impact on popular culture as the Mona Lisa. Instantly recognizable, it has influenced Andy Warhol and even The Simpsons cartoon series. Munch was ahead of his time, depicting a psychological reality on canvas rather than a literal one.
Peter Olsen, a Norwegian businessman, owns the present work -- one out of four, created in 1895 -- pastel on board in the artist's original frame. Olsen's father was a friend, neighbor and patron of Munch.
On May 2, The Scream will lead the Impressionist and Modern art evening in New York, but not before an interesting journey from Norway. On April 13, the masterpiece came to view at Sotheby's in London for the first time ever; Sotheby's will also reveal the work for the first time in New York on April 27.
ABOUT Sotheby's and ONE | Sothebys International
Since its debut in 1744, Sothebys Auction House has evolved into the luxury go-to for prestigious possessions from jewelry to antiques.
A vibrant synergy exists between the real estate and auction arms of the Sothebys brand. ONE | Sothebys takes its philosophy of artful living seriously, sending agents to at least three different major Sothebys art auctions a year to network with collectors. As well, South Florida property owners have the opportunity to list their properties in Sothebys magazines and can also sell jewelry, wine, art and other fine collectibles via the auction house.
When Sothebys visits Miami, they often conduct their evaluations out of ONE | Sothebys offices.
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Maria de los Angeles is a freelance wordsmith based in Miami.
Edvard Munchs The Scream has become an iconic image for all time, defining a personal moment of anxiety that has become practically archetypal in its popularity. The Scream, which depicts a moment in the artist's life in the hills above Oslo, is as relevant today as it was in its first iteration at the turn of the 20th century.
The image of a human figure gripping its face, surrounded by chaotic, red swirling skies, has had as much of an impact on popular culture as the Mona Lisa. Instantly recognizable, it has influenced Andy Warhol and even The Simpsons cartoon series. Munch was ahead of his time, depicting a psychological reality on canvas rather than a literal one.
Peter Olsen, a Norwegian businessman, owns the present work -- one out of four, created in 1895 -- pastel on board in the artist's original frame. Olsen's father was a friend, neighbor and patron of Munch.
On May 2, The Scream will lead the Impressionist and Modern art evening in New York, but not before an interesting journey from Norway. On April 13, the masterpiece came to view at Sotheby's in London for the first time ever; Sotheby's will also reveal the work for the first time in New York on April 27.
ABOUT Sotheby's and ONE | Sothebys International
Since its debut in 1744, Sothebys Auction House has evolved into the luxury go-to for prestigious possessions from jewelry to antiques.
A vibrant synergy exists between the real estate and auction arms of the Sothebys brand. ONE | Sothebys takes its philosophy of artful living seriously, sending agents to at least three different major Sothebys art auctions a year to network with collectors. As well, South Florida property owners have the opportunity to list their properties in Sothebys magazines and can also sell jewelry, wine, art and other fine collectibles via the auction house.
When Sothebys visits Miami, they often conduct their evaluations out of ONE | Sothebys offices.
To learn more about ONE | Sothebys and its relationship to the Sothebys brand, visit the About page.
Maria de los Angeles is a freelance wordsmith based in Miami.
Edvard Munchs The Scream has become an iconic image for all time, defining a personal moment of anxiety that has become practically archetypal in its popularity. The Scream, which depicts a moment in the artist's life in the hills above Oslo, is as relevant today as it was in its first iteration at the turn of the 20th century.
The image of a human figure gripping its face, surrounded by chaotic, red swirling skies, has had as much of an impact on popular culture as the Mona Lisa. Instantly recognizable, it has influenced Andy Warhol and even The Simpsons cartoon series. Munch was ahead of his time, depicting a psychological reality on canvas rather than a literal one.
Peter Olsen, a Norwegian businessman, owns the present work -- one out of four, created in 1895 -- pastel on board in the artist's original frame. Olsen's father was a friend, neighbor and patron of Munch.
On May 2, The Scream will lead the Impressionist and Modern art evening in New York, but not before an interesting journey from Norway. On April 13, the masterpiece came to view at Sotheby's in London for the first time ever; Sotheby's will also reveal the work for the first time in New York on April 27.
ABOUT Sothebys and ONE | Sothebys International
Since its debut in 1744, Sothebys Auction House has evolved into the luxury go-to for prestigious possessions from jewelry to antiques.
A vibrant synergy exists between the real estate and auction arms of the Sothebys brand. ONE | Sothebys takes its philosophy of artful living seriously, sending agents to at least three different major Sothebys art auctions a year to network with collectors. As well, South Florida property owners have the opportunity to list their properties in Sothebys magazines and can also sell jewelry, wine, art and other fine collectibles via the auction house.
When Sothebys visits Miami, they often conduct their evaluations out of ONE | Sothebys offices.
To learn more about ONE | Sothebys and its relationship to the Sothebys brand, visit the About page.
Maria de los Angeles is a freelance wordsmith based in Miami.
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