Stein on the Danube, Seen from the South 1913

Egon Schiele's "Stein on the Danube, Seen from the South" (1913) is a striking example of his characteristic style, with its emphasis on sharp lines and angular forms. The painting depicts a view of the town of Stein, Austria, with its distinctive church towers and the winding Danube River. Schiele's use of color and perspective creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, making the landscape feel both familiar and alien. The artist's fascination with the human figure is evident in the way he uses the buildings and landscape to create a sense of human scale and presence. This work, like many of his paintings, reflects Schiele's exploration of the relationship between the human body and the world around it.