The Artist's Sister in Law in a Striped Dress 1917

Egon Schiele's "The Artist's Sister-in-Law in a Striped Dress" (1917) is a striking portrait of the artist’s sister-in-law, Wally Neuzil, in a characteristically elongated style. The painting, housed in Vienna’s Albertina Museum, showcases Schiele's distinctive use of line and his exploration of human form, particularly in the exaggerated features and angular lines of Neuzil’s body. The black and white stripes of her dress create a striking visual contrast against her pale skin and bright red hair. This piece is a prime example of Schiele’s Expressionist style, which is characterized by emotional intensity and psychological depth.