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Egon Schiele
Egon Schiele was an Austrian painter, a protégé of Gustav Klimt. He's known for his intense, often raw self-portraits and nudes, pushing the boundaries of expressionism. His work is a powerful exploration of the human form and psyche.
Egon Schiele, 1890-1918 The Midnight Soul of the Artist
Synopsis
Explore the life and controversial art of Egon Schiele, a pivotal figure in the Vienna art scene after Klimt. Schiele challenged the aesthetic norms of Viennese Art Nouveau with his raw, expressive nudes and self-portraits, often deemed morally objectionable by his contemporaries. This book examines his unique style, the criticism he faced, including a jail sentence for obscenity, and his undeniable artistic talent.