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Edvard Munch's The Scream inspired by clouds?


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Norwegian scientists have put forward a new theory to explain the inspiration behind one of the most famous works of art ever produced.

The Scream (1892), by Edvard Munch, depicts a figure holding its face, which is making an agonised expression.

But look above this individual and the sky is full of colourful wavy lines.

The researchers say these are probably Mother of Pearl Clouds - rare phenomena that would have had a big impact on anyone who saw them for the first time.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-39697256

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I've seen nacreous clouds, and they are stunning. Munch said he was inspired by a roiling, blood-red sky whilst walking with friends one evening in Norway. I can easily buy the Mother of Pearl clouds hypothesis, as they have been seen in formation and coloring.similar to what he depicted in his painting.

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