The artwork titled “The Procession, from the Series ‘The Book of Idolatry’,” created by Bruno Schulz in 1924, belongs to the Expressionist art movement. This piece is classified within the genre of nude painting (nu) and illustration.
The artwork depicts a procession of figures, each shrouded in intricate detailing that highlights their expressions and movements. At the focal point stands a nude female figure, who appears to be the central subject of reverence or contemplation. The surroundings are illustrated with an array of onlookers, whose varied postures and facial expressions contribute to the piece’s intense emotional atmosphere. The use of stark contrasts between light and shadow enhances the dramatic and somewhat eerie ambiance, a characteristic often associated with Expressionism. The overall composition is dense with lines and hatching, creating a sense of texture and depth that draws the viewer into the narrative moment captured by the artist.
