Seated Woman, Back

Bring the raw emotional intensity and avant-garde brilliance of early 20th-century Vienna into your home with this striking fine art poster. Created in 1917 by the legendary Austrian master Egon Schiele, Seated Woman, Back (Sitzende Frau von hinten) is a powerful testament to Schiele’s genius for figurative drawing.

Featuring a beautifully contorted, intimate pose, the artwork masterfully pairs complex, jagged linework with an energetic splash of rich cobalt blue and striped details. Presented in a clean gallery exhibition style, this meticulously restored print adds a sophisticated, dramatic, and deeply artistic mood to any modern wall.

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The History: Painted in 1917, this masterpiece represents the peak artistic maturity of Egon Schiele, one of the most provocative and influential figures of Austrian Expressionism. The model for this intimate portrait is widely believed to be Schiele’s wife and frequent muse, Edith Harms. Klimt’s famous protégé broke entirely away from traditional, idealized academic art, opting instead to lay bare the psychological depth and vulnerability of the human form. The original gouache and charcoal drawing is preserved today in the world-renowned Belvedere Museum (Das Belvedere) in Vienna.

The Aesthetic: A tour de force of Viennese Expressionism, this piece is defined by its distinctively sharp, expressive contours and sudden bursts of color. The deep cobalt blue jacket—textured with vertical jade green and orange watercolor stripes—creates a magnificent focal point against the soft, minimalist ivory background. The unique, twisting back perspective and gathered undergarments showcase Schiele’s unparalleled ability to find raw beauty and sculptural tension in unconventional poses.

It is an ideal statement piece for:

• Collectors of modern art, art history enthusiasts, and admirers of early 20th-century expressionism.

• Main bedrooms, dressing areas, creative studios, or contemporary living rooms demanding a high-end gallery focal point.

• Minimalist, mid-century modern, or bohemian interior styles looking to ground their space with historical gravitas.

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Product Details

Artist: Egon Schiele – Vintage Expressionist Fine Art Poster

Title: Seated Woman, Back (Sitzende Frau von hinten)

Subject: Vintage Figurative Expressionist Portrait Study

Original Year: 1917

Style: Viennese Expressionism

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Museum-Quality Vintage Prints

Our vintage posters are made to order using premium Giclée printing techniques. Every piece is printed on thick, heavyweight fine art paper (200gsm) with a smooth, completely matte finish.

We specifically source an acid-free, natural-toned paper that perfectly recreates the warmth and authentic character of original mid-century lithographs. Unlike standard glossy posters, our premium matte finish ensures there is zero glare when your artwork is framed behind glass, resulting in a rich, museum-quality display. Combined with long-lasting, UV-resistant pigment inks, your print is designed to remain vibrant for generations.