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Estate of Egon Schiele

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The image shows a line drawing with a slightly elevated point of view, looking down at an arrangement of rocks and vegetation. The horizon is not clearly defined, focusing on the rocks stretching towards the edge of the image. The drawing has fluid and curvilinear lines capturing the texture and form of the rocks and plants. The color palette is monochromatic with black lines on a light, cream-colored paper, emphasizing contrasts and contours. The lines vary in intensity, providing depth and dimension, with some areas featuring denser cross-hatching for shadow or texture. Small plant details in the distance suggest subtle growth amidst the rocky terrain.
Egon Schiele, Mountain Stream, 1917, crayon on wove paper, Gift of Ruth Cole Kainen, 2012.92.115

Mountain Stream

Egon Schiele · 1917 · crayon on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2012.92.115