Egon Schiele (1890–1918), a pioneer of Austrian Expressionism, is one of the most provocative portrait painters of the 20th century. Mentored by Gustav Klimt, he moved from Art Nouveau to a confrontational style marked by sharp lines, lurid colors, and elongated figures. His portraits and self-portraits shocked Vienna with intense psychological and sexual energy, featuring erotic, unsettling, and often provocative poses. Some sitters appear skeletal and frail, others strong and sensual. Schiele’s work was controversial — in 1912 he was briefly imprisoned for obscenity — but today his revolutionary approach to the human figure and fervent draftsmanship are celebrated. This book showcases key works, tracing his short yet impactful career and his enduring influence on contemporary artists like Tracey Emin and Jenny Saville.