The Sick Eye. Optical Illusions
1930
Edvard Munch created these haunting, concentric rings in 1930 after suffering a severe eye hemorrhage that temporarily blinded him in one eye. Rather than just painting his surroundings, he captured the terrifying optical illusions and blurred, glowing halos that plagued his vision during his long recovery. These watery, bleeding circles—painted in eerie blues, pinks, and dark browns—offer a rare, visceral glimpse into the physical pain and visual distortion experienced by the famous artist behind 'The Scream'.
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