Crouching Figure (Valerie Neuzil) 1913

Egon Schiele's 1913 work "Crouching Figure (Valerie Neuzil)" depicts his lover, Valerie Neuzil, in a characteristically contorted pose. Schiele's signature style of elongated limbs and angular lines, combined with the vibrant color palette, underscores the emotional intensity of the piece. The work exemplifies the artist's exploration of human form and expression, reflecting the anxieties and anxieties of the early 20th century.