The artwork titled “A Red Bust” was created by Amedeo Modigliani in 1913 while in Paris, France. Executed using oil on panel, the piece belongs to the Expressionism movement and falls under the genre of portraiture. Measuring 81 x 46 cm, this distinctive work is currently housed at the Tokyo Fuji Art Museum in Tokyo, Japan.
The artwork features a stylized bust of a human figure rendered in red hues against a dark, textured background. The figure is characterized by elongated facial features, including a pronounced nose and closed eyes, which are typical of Modigliani’s portraiture style. The subject’s shoulders are broad, and the shoulders taper into a narrow neck. The background consists of varied shades of darkness that provide a stark contrast to the vivid red of the figure, drawing the viewer’s attention to the meticulously outlined form in the foreground. The simplicity of the lines and the use of color create a striking and memorable image that exemplifies Expressionist principles.
