Victor Ritter von Bauer 1918

Egon Schiele's 1918 portrait "Victor Ritter von Bauer" captures the sitter in a stark and introspective pose. The elongated figure and angular lines are characteristic of Schiele's Expressionist style, which often depicted the human form with emotional intensity. The subject's gaze is directed away from the viewer, creating a sense of isolation and contemplation. The artist's distinctive use of color, with bold yellows contrasting against cool grays, emphasizes the sitter's presence and the psychological depth of the portrait.