Herbstabend II c. 1924

"Herbstabend II" (Autumn Evening II) is a 1924 drawing by Austrian artist Karl Wiener. The artwork depicts a dramatic, almost otherworldly, sunset scene over a distant mountain range. The deep blues and grays of the night sky contrast with the vibrant pink and red hues of the setting sun, creating a sense of both peace and foreboding. The artist uses subtle variations in shading to achieve a realistic depiction of the clouds and mountain peaks. Wiener's work is often characterized by its evocative imagery and painterly quality, which is achieved even in his drawings.