Anxiety 1896

"Anxiety" (1896) is a woodcut by Edvard Munch, known for its bold black and white composition and depiction of emotional intensity. The stark contrast between the black background and white figures evokes a sense of unease and claustrophobia. Munch's expressive style and distorted forms contribute to the work's haunting and psychological nature, reflecting his exploration of human anxieties and the complexities of the human condition. This print, like much of Munch's work, embodies the themes of isolation, alienation, and the fragility of human experience, reflecting the angst of the late 19th century.