Russian Prisoner of War (Grigori Kladjishuli) 1916

Egon Schiele's 1916 drawing, "Russian Prisoner of War (Grigori Kladjishuli)", depicts a gaunt, weary soldier in a white uniform. Schiele's distinct style, known for its angularity and emphasis on elongated forms, is evident in the figure's exaggerated features and the thin lines used to depict his clothing. The soldier's posture and downcast eyes convey a sense of sadness and despair, reflecting the human cost of war. This work, now at the Art Institute of Chicago, offers a glimpse into the psychological effects of conflict through Schiele's expressionistic lens.