Edvard Munch, a Norwegian Symbolist painter, is best known for “The Scream,” influenced by personal tragedies. As a member of the Bohemian group, he traveled to Paris and developed his distinctive Symbolist style. His works, conveying intense emotions, had a profound impact on German Expressionism. Munch’s complex romantic life also heavily influenced his art. After a nervous breakdown in 1908, Munch’s later works took on a more contemplative tone. He passed away in 1944, leaving a lasting influence on modern art.