Per Amann Books

The early masterpieces of Norwegian artist Edvard Munch, pioneer of modern art, who developed a Nordic variant of modern painting.

For me, a great artist embodies the expression of the highest intelligence. They capture feelings, the most subtle and consequently elusive transmissions of the mind. Work freely and passionately, and you will make progress; sooner or later, your talent, if you possess one, will receive recognition. But above all, do not sweat over a painting; a great feeling can be conveyed directly. Immerse yourself in that feeling and seek the simplest form to express it.

Today he is universally seen as one of the great forerunners of 20th century painting, and one of the tragic masters of art.