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Vignette-20th Cntury Man

A world of torment was his stage
His paintings previewed a later age;
Neurosis,depression & death-
Escaping into a dream
Leaving the world with 'a scream'

Edvard Monck (1863-1944) The Scream


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Scream

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Jane Bowen

March 19, 2009 at 7:47 PM

Your talent seethes fear,,,Loved it! This dark shadowy poem is a brilliant look at the trecherous life of one man...and I applaud you for its delivery value~ Splendid Brian....really . God bless ya, take care, and keep up the great uniqueness in your writing...THANKS FOR SHARING WITH US ALL~! Janers

Barbara Gorelick

March 18, 2009 at 7:07 PM

This work, although frightening, always leaves its mark..its one you will never forget once youve seen it. BG

Carrie Richards

March 18, 2009 at 6:46 PM

You captured the unsettling terror that this piece of art depicts! What torment must he been trying to illustrate? Well done in a terrific poem! ~ Carrie

L'Nass Shango

March 18, 2009 at 8:08 AM

What I love about this poem is its inaudible reference to Auden, the imagery painted by crisp rhythm of words - a beauty. Thanks for your visit, and the groundings.

Robin L. Gass

March 18, 2009 at 7:43 AM

Wonderful Narrative! This is one that I actually know! :) The pain in this painting is tangible. From what I read he suffered much. There is a sad kind of beauty in that he could show his pain so vividly. Thank you for sharing and your inspiration, Brian. Love, Robin