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Prophets (Double Self-Portrait)
- Original dimensions
- 50.3 x 110.3 cm
- Museum
- Staatsgalerie Stuttgart
- Year
- 1911
Scene depicted
In this canvas , Egon Schiele immerses us in an introspective and disturbing universe. The figures are depicted with palpable intensity, exploring the depths of the human psyche. Each vibrant stroke testifies to the struggle between light and darkness, making every gaze a journey to the heart of feelings.
Historical context
Created in the heart of Austria in 1911, this painting is emblematic of the expressionist movement, within a bubbling historical framework. Schiele, with his unique style, managed to capture the essence of human souls. Today, the canvas proudly rests at the Staatsgalerie Stuttgart, where it continues to amaze art lovers. Its generous dimensions offer an infinite field of interpretation.
Place in the artist's career
“Prophets (Double Self-Portrait)” represents a turning point in Schiele's career, testifying to his artistic maturity. Alongside “The Reclining Woman” and “Self-Portrait with Doll,” this masterpiece illustrates a technical and emotional evolution, reaffirming his predominant role within expressionism .
Anecdote
Schiele once confided: "Every pictorial work speaks of us; it exposes us, but above all, it reveals us." It is in this intimate reflection that he painted the masterpiece Prophets, inspired by the duality of the human being, under a sky still marked by the promises of spring, where each color screams the authenticity of emotions.