The Scream (painting)

"The Scream" is a famous painting by Norwegian artist Edvard Munch, created in 1893. It depicts a figure standing on a bridge, holding its head and screaming, set against a tumultuous sky. The painting symbolizes deep emotional distress, anxiety, and existential dread. Munch conveyed these feelings through bold colors and swirling lines, making the viewer share in the subject's intense experience. "The Scream" has become iconic in art history, representing universal themes of fear and despair, and has been referenced and parodied in various cultures, highlighting its lasting impact on both art and popular culture.