Figure Studies
Levitation (The Blind II)
Egon Schiele
A masterpiece of Austrian Expressionism, featuring two suspended figures rendered in Egon Schiele's iconic, sinuous style.
Cardinal and Nun (Caress)
Egon Schiele
1912 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A bold and emotionally charged expressionist masterpiece by Egon Schiele, featuring dramatic contrast and provocative subject matter.
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Where it works
A substantial artwork with a strong pulse in a warmer tonal register — supports a polished room with depth.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Works well when the wall can carry a broader statement
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- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Muted red, Soft gray
About the piece
Painted in 1912, 'Cardinal and Nun (Caress)' is a defining work of Austrian Expressionism. Egon Schiele employs his signature jagged linework and a striking palette of vibrant red and deep black to explore themes of intimacy and tension, creating a composition that remains as provocative today as it was over a century ago.
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