Reclining Boy Leaning on His Elbow 1917

"Reclining Boy Leaning on His Elbow" is a 1917 drawing by Egon Schiele, a prominent figure in the Austrian Expressionist movement. Known for his elongated figures and raw emotional intensity, Schiele captures the vulnerability and introspective nature of a young man. The stark lines, dark shading, and exaggerated proportions of the figure contribute to the artwork's striking and unsettling impact. The minimalist background emphasizes the subject's isolation and draws attention to the boy's penetrating gaze.