Q115407502
- Original dimensions
- 45.7 x 29.2 cm
- Museum
- Not specified
- Year
- 1917
Scene depicted
The painting “Q115407502” illustrates a powerful duality. It unfolds an introspective universe, where anxiety and intimacy intertwine. The central figure, beautifully depicted by Schiele, seems to penetrate the soul of the observer, plunging them into an ocean of reflections and sensations. This masterpiece thus becomes a mirror of human struggles, of the beauty and tragedy of existence.
Historical context
Created in 1917, this composition emanates from a vibrant Vienna, flourishing at the heart of the expressionist movement. Egon Schiele , a leading figure of the early 20th century, sublimates on this canvas the torments and poetry of his time. The painting, an open window onto the tumult of the world, captures the essence of despair and hope, testifying to the ardent path of an artist in search of truth. It is currently preserved in an unspecified location, shrouded in mystery, just like his vibrant soul.
Place in the artist's career
“Q115407502” stands at the heart of Egon Schiele 's artistic explorations, at a time when introspection becomes crucial. This painting marks a period of maturity, merging the frenzy of his beginnings and the mastery of his later works. At the same time, one can see the evolution through “The Artist's Portrait” and “The Woman with a Hat,” works that testify to his distinctive style, marked by raw emotionality and refined expression.
Anecdote
“To paint is to love. It is to let the inner world emerge in a harmony of colors.” In a silent alley of Vienna, one spring morning, the gaze of Egon Schiele fell upon a young woman, witness to his pains and passions. It is in this suspended moment that the evocative force of Q115407502 is born, where each brushstroke is imbued with palpable emotion.