Egon Schiele Doppelbildnis Benesch 1913 Expressionist Art Print

This print captures the complex psychological dynamic between Heinrich Benesch and his son Otto, rendered in the artist’s signature jagged line work. The composition features overlapping figures in earth-toned coats, their gazes diverted while a protective arm bridges the space between them.

About Egon Schiele

Egon Schiele (1890–1918) was an Austrian Expressionist and a protégé of Gustav Klimt. Schiele’s angular, nervous line and twisted poses made his figures raw and psychologically intense. Groups such as Die Brücke and Der Blaue Reiter shaped Expressionism before the First World War. The original dates from 1913. Expressionist artists used bold colour and distorted forms to convey feeling rather than appearance.

Styling this Egon Schiele print

With its red palette and bold atmosphere, this Egon Schiele print brings instant personality to a wall. As a landscape piece, “Doppelbildnis Benesch” fills the space above a desk or bookcase at 24×36″, while 12×18″ suits a smaller wall, and it is a natural fit for a study or living room. The red palette of “Doppelbildnis Benesch” stands out against warm neutrals and charcoal; finish it with a black or antique-gold frame.

At a glance

• Type: Egon Schiele print
• Artist: Egon Schiele
• Year: 1913
• Style: Expressionism
• Colours: red
• Mood: bold
• Orientation: landscape
• Collections: Egon Schiele Posters, Expressionist Art Prints