Berény who was open to different styles, turned to expressionism in 1912. The following year saw him in Italy for a few months where he retained careful composition technique. Clumsy forms in strong contours which were characteristic of Neos and the Eights, were substituted by an analysis of forms and colours recorded on the spot. Thus, planning gave way to sensual directness filled with the expression of direct experience.
Elements of landscape in the picture showing Capri pulsate rhythmically, and contrasting colours are full of tension. Splendid nature and artistic temperament are expressed at a resting point without breaking up conventions as a result of a daring counterpoint in composition with balanced colours and forms along the diagonal lines. Berény's attempts were then continued in the art of József Egry.