Little Tree (Chestnut Tree at Lake Constance) 1912

Egon Schiele's "Little Tree (Chestnut Tree at Lake Constance)" from 1912, depicts a solitary chestnut tree standing tall against a backdrop of distant mountains and water. The artist's signature style of elongated figures and angular lines is evident in the tree's thin trunk and the sharp edges of the mountain range, emphasizing the tree's isolation. The painting, a watercolor on paper, exemplifies Schiele's exploration of nature and his tendency towards expressionist techniques. This artwork showcases his exploration of landscape, focusing on the unique form of a single tree against the vastness of nature. Schiele's work is characterized by a raw emotional intensity and a profound connection with nature.