{"product_id":"the-scream-by-edvard-munch-1895","title":"The Scream by Edvard Munch, 1895","description":"\u003cp\u003eEdvard Munch’s The Scream (1895) is a defining image of modern art—an unforgettable vision of raw emotion distilled into color and line. Conceived within Munch’s Frieze of Life cycle exploring love, anxiety, and mortality, this 1895 pastel-on-board composition is one of four versions he created between 1893 and 1910. A headland, bridge, and fjord-like expanse set the stage, but the work’s power lies in how it trades realism for sensation: a figure, lips parted and hands to cheeks, seems to vibrate with existential dread beneath a sky swept into ribbons of molten yellow and orange. Even after more than a century of familiarity, the image retains a startling immediacy that resists cliché—its subtle transitions of tone and its rhythmic contours reward close, lingering looking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis offering is a high-quality fine art reproduction available on acid-free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas, color-matched to honor Munch’s intense palette and the velvety textures of pastel. Printed with museum-grade inks for longevity, it can be ordered in a range of sizes to suit intimate nooks or bold statement walls. The Unique Maps Co. can frame to order and personalize upon request—think captioned title and date, custom borders or mat widths, and size adjustments tailored to your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMunch (1863–1944), a Norwegian artist central to Symbolism and a precursor to Expressionism, pursued a fiercely personal vision shaped by early losses and a lifelong fascination with the psyche. He forged a visual language that placed interior states above outward appearances, influencing generations of artists—from early 20th‑century Expressionists to later abstract painters who likewise sought to make feeling visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Scream endures because it gives iconic form to late‑19th‑century anxieties: the disorientations of modern life, the press of the city, the tremor of uncertainty at the century’s end. Within the Frieze of Life, it stands as a pure emblem of angst. Of the four versions Munch realized, the 1895 pastel—on which this print is based—has long been renowned, historically the only one in private hands while the others reside in Norwegian museums, a testament to its singular importance and international stature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisually, the picture is a masterclass in expressive design. The sky’s undulating bands of orange and yellow surge across the composition, their motion echoed by the water’s cool blues and the figure’s serpentine outline. Bold diagonals of the bridge propel the eye forward, while two distant passersby heighten the sense of isolation around the central figure. It’s a palette of extremes—heat against chill, vibration against stillness—that makes the work both emotionally charged and strikingly decorative. On the wall, it becomes a conversation piece that harmonizes with contemporary interiors while retaining its electric presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA timeless gift for art lovers and design enthusiasts, this print suits Christmas, birthdays, Mother’s or Father’s Day, housewarmings, graduations, or anyone with fond ties to Norway or memories of visiting Oslo. It’s an unforgettable way to bring a landmark of modern art—and a touch of bold, expressive color—into everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind \u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e a different size, a different colour, a special frame \u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e then please \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact me\u003c\/a\u003e. I usually respond within a few minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can see an example of my fine art personalisation service in the fifth image. Zoom in and take a look. My personalised artwork is always very well received. Take a look at \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/map-personalisation\"\u003emore examples of personalisation\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also choose to \u003cem\u003eage\u003c\/em\u003e your art print to make it look older. This is popular amongst my customers who want their artwork to look like an older, antique print. You can see an example of ageing in the sixth product image, or go ahead and check out \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sepia-aged-maps\"\u003elots of examples of other aged artwork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model in the listing images is holding the 18x24in (45x60cm) version of this art print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI can print and frame this beautiful piece of art at sizes up to 3 metres (10ft). If you are looking for a size or framing option that isn't available online, please \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/map-finishes-framed-canvas\"\u003estandard frames\u003c\/a\u003e come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/custom-framing\"\u003ecustom framing\u003c\/a\u003e is available for an additional charge. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex\/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Unique Maps Co.","offers":[{"title":"12x16in (30x40cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":57855661605248,"sku":"UM00273097A","price":54.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x16in (30x40cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":57855661638016,"sku":"UM00273098A","price":144.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x16in (30x40cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":57855661670784,"sku":"UM00273099A","price":151.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Art print","offer_id":57855661703552,"sku":"UM00273100A","price":54.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":57855661736320,"sku":"UM00273101A","price":144.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 (297x420mm) \/ Framed 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