Ohne Titel (Frauenfigur) (1947)

On display is Karl Wiener’s striking creation, "Ohne Titel (Frauenfigur)," a vibrant and abstract portrayal of a female figure, composed in 1947. This painting captures a woman adorned in a brightly colored dress set against the backdrop of an angular and fragmented cityscape. The use of vivid hues and geometric shapes not only exemplifies the modernist approach but also conveys a sense of dynamic movement, as if the subject is caught mid-twirl.The focal point of this work is the elegantly dressed woman wearing a top hat, standing confidently yet whimsically amidst a distorted urban environment. Her dress, characterized by sharp lines and multi-faceted planes, harmonizes with the complexity of the city behind her, suggesting a visual and metaphorical integration into the urban setting.Karl Wiener, known for his distinctive approach to form and composition, employs a palette that transitions smoothly from soft yellows and greens to bold blues and pinks, capturing the viewer’s attention and emphasizing the fluid motion of the figure. The play of light and shadow, along with the fractured perspectives, enriches the visual texture, allowing the audience to explore multiple angles and interpretations of the painting."Ohne Titel (Frauenfigur)" is not merely a depiction of a figure in a city; it is a reflection on the intersection of humanity and the constructed world, exploring themes of individuality and environment through an abstract lens.