Krumau on the Molde, The Small City 1912

Egon Schiele's 1912 painting "Krumau on the Moldau, The Small City" is a captivating portrayal of the town of Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic. The artist, known for his expressive style and elongated figures, applies his distinctive aesthetic to a cityscape, capturing the buildings' unique architecture and the overall sense of urban density. The flat, geometric shapes and bold colors, characteristic of Schiele's work, create a vivid and somewhat distorted view of the city, highlighting the artist's fascination with form and space. The dark foreground emphasizes the city's compact nature and its position nestled along the Moldau River. Schiele's approach to landscape, influenced by Expressionism, invites viewers to experience a subjective and emotional interpretation of the physical world.