The artwork titled “Girl in Blue Dress” was created by Egon Schiele in 1911. This piece, done in watercolor on paper, measures 47.8 by 31.7 centimeters and belongs to the Expressionist movement. It is a portrait genre piece and is currently held in a private collection. This painting exemplifies Schiele’s distinctive style and the psychological intensity characteristic of Expressionism.
In the artwork, the subject is portrayed in a dynamic and unconventional pose, draped in a blue dress that unfolds with energetic strokes and contrasting hues. The girl’s facial expression, open blue eyes, and red lips convey a sense of immediacy and emotional depth, as her figure seems to be caught in a moment of expressive movement. The use of watercolor lends a translucent quality, adding a sense of vulnerability and ephemerality. Schiele’s bold line work and dramatic use of color create a striking visual tension, emphasizing the expressiveness and intensity that are hallmarks of his work and the Expressionist genre at large.
