Portrait of the Artist’s Wife Seated, Holding Her Right Leg 1917

This 1917 drawing, "Portrait of the Artist’s Wife Seated, Holding Her Right Leg," is a characteristic example of Egon Schiele’s signature style. The artwork is marked by its bold lines and the use of vibrant colors, which create a striking contrast against the light background. The subject, Schiele's wife Edith, is portrayed with a sense of vulnerability and raw emotionality, echoing the themes of sexuality and existentialism explored in Schiele’s work. This artwork, created a year before the artist’s death, is a poignant expression of his intense and passionate aesthetic.