The Scream (1895) — Edvard Munch
A cry that ripples through sky and self. In Munch’s modern icon, a bridge cuts the fjord while the world tilts to a feverish hum—blood-orange clouds, queasy blues, and a figure whose silent shock seems to vibrate the air. It’s anxiety made visible, beauty made uneasy, and one of the most recognisable images in art.
Why it captivates
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Modern icon — a distilled image of emotion that still feels urgent.
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Colour as feeling — hot sky against cold water, linework that shivers.
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Graphic power — bold contours and sweeping rhythms read across a room.
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Conversation piece — endlessly interpretable: personal, social, psychological.
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Timeless presence — dramatic yet elegant in contemporary or classic interiors.
What you’ll see
The bridged shoreline receding at a sharp angle; two distant strollers indifferent to the foreground crisis; a surging sky whose bands echo the fjord below; and the central figure—hands to face, mouth open—drawn in taut, vibrating lines that make the whole scene quiver with soundless alarm.
A richer historical frame
Munch developed The Scream in several versions between 1893 and 1910—paintings, pastels, and prints—within his larger cycle “The Frieze of Life.” The 1895 iteration helped carry the image beyond the studio via lithography, fixing its status as a touchstone of Expressionism. More than a scene, it’s a state of mind: landscape and psyche fused.
Choose your finish
🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.
💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—great for busy spaces.
🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich colour and fine detail.
🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.
Size (W × H)
609 × 841 mm (approx. 23.98 × 33.11 in)
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Orientation: Portrait
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Aspect ratio: ~0.724 : 1 (≈ 21 : 29 / near 3 : 4)
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Nearest standard frame:
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70 × 100 cm portrait with a custom mat window cut to ~605 × 837 mm (2–3 mm overlap).
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Prefer A-sizes? We can supply an A1-friendly 594 × 841 mm version on request.
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Framing tips:
Classic: warm off-white mat, slim black moulding.
Contemporary: float-mount to showcase the sheet edges and create a clean shadow gap.
Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
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| Title | The Scream |
| Artist | Edvard Munch |
| Date | 1895 |
| Historical Context | Expressionism; part of Munch’s Frieze of Life; multiple painted/pastel/print states |
| Print Size | 609 mm (W) × 841 mm (H) |
| Available Finishes | Paper, Laminated, Laminated + Timber Hang Rails, Canvas, Canvas + Timber Hang Rails |
| Paper Weight | 160 gsm archival matte |
| Laminate | 2 × 80-micron gloss (true encapsulation) |
| Canvas Weight | 395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas |
| Inks | Pigment-based, fade-resistant |
| Optional Hang Rails | Natural timber, lacquered; fitted hanging cord (allow up to 10 working days) |
| Origin | Printed in Australia |
Who it’s for
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Modern-art lovers & collectors
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Designers & stylists seeking a bold, iconic centrepiece
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Educators & students exploring Expressionism and symbolism
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Gift-givers after an unmistakable classic
Our Commitment
Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.
Let Munch’s electric sky transform your space—order your Scream print today.
