Edvard Munch was a Norwegian artist and is regarded as one of the most important pioneers of Expressionism. His works explore existential emotions such as anxiety, loneliness, and melancholy, often deeply influenced by personal experiences. His most famous painting, The Scream, is one of the most iconic works in art history and symbolizes the emotional turmoil of the modern world. In addition to painting, Munch also devoted himself to printmaking, creating a vast collection of powerful and expressive works.