Shoutout 1893: The Scream

Enter into the haunting allure of Edvard Munch's 'The Scream', an emblem of modern art juxtaposed against Leonardo da Vinci's serene 'Mona Lisa'. This episode traverses the emotional landscape encapsulated in 'The Scream', originating from Munch's own harrowing experience of an eerie cry reverberating through nature. Examining the art nouveau elements, we explore how Munch masterfully distorted the foreground figure to evoke the terrifying obliteration of human identity amidst the engulfing flow of nature, mirroring the era's angst and uncertainty. This episode also navigates through the painting’s turbulent history, including high-profile thefts and its monumental $120 million auction, underscoring its enduring resonance in the face of changing times. Through expert analyses, discover how 'The Scream' mirrors the collective consciousness of an epoc ...