Edvard Munchrsquo;s career is effectively divided into two periods: those before and after his mental breakdown in 1908. Prior to his psychiatric treatment and recuperation; the underlying themes of his work bounced between dark sorrow and an overt; aggressive sexuality. But after his breakdown; when he had returned to his homeland of Norway after two decades in France and Germany; his work took a decidedly positive turn in theme and subject. Munchrsquo;s body of work is now being revisited in a modern context. In recent years Munch has finally gained the attention and appreciation of the public and critics alike. The art world was caught off guard when in May 2012 a pastel version of The Scream ; created in 1895; sold at auction for $119.9 million. The Nazis labeled Munchrsquo;s art ldquo;degeneraterdquo; along with the art of his contemporaries such as Picasso; Matisse; his beloved Gauguin; and Paul Klee. Eighty-two of Munchrsquo;s paintings were confiscated by the Nazis; but most have now been found.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great Reference BookBy Color ReefThis book was an excellent tool while I was designing my full sleeve. It took me around 3 years to fully design my sleeve and every time I got new ideas I would research the individual symbols in this book. It covers a wide variety of pictures and symbols and gives details regarding the mythology and connotations regarding the tattoo. There were many tattoos that I didnt know were associated with gangs and prison until reading this book and it was critical in determining what I wanted. Overall; I would give this book a 5; but it does not have everything. Some things are called something different that what you are used to and some patience is required when looking stuff up. For example; you might look up a Tsunami; but it would be listed as a Tidal Wave. I have definately gotten my moneys worth out of this book and would recommend it to anyone researching tattoo ideas.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy oleyThank You0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Physical book versus contentBy KristaI am giving it 5 stars for the condition of the book; but the content for me was more like a 3 or 4 star. The content is my fault for wanting the book; not the seller for knowing exactly what I was looking for. The book was in great condition and a very good purchase for what I thought I wanted.
