Two Genii. Sketch 1920 - 1924

Edvard Weie's "Two Genii. Sketch" (1920-1924) is a bold and expressive oil painting that exemplifies the artist's characteristic style. The sketch depicts two figures in a dynamic composition, their forms simplified and rendered in vibrant hues. The figures appear to be engaged in a lively exchange, their movements and gestures captured in a fleeting moment. Weie's use of strong brushstrokes and a limited palette of primary colors contributes to the painting's raw energy and immediacy, capturing the essence of the figures rather than their precise details. The painting showcases Weie's ability to synthesize form, movement, and emotion in a single, powerful statement.