The artwork, titled “Chaim Soutine,” was created by Amedeo Modigliani in 1916, in Paris, France. This piece, rendered in oil on canvas, measures 100 x 65 cm and belongs to the Expressionism movement. As a portrait, it depicts an individual in a contemplative stance and is currently housed in a private collection.
The painting features a solitary figure, seated against a somber, muted backdrop. The elongated form and exaggerated features of the subject are characteristic of Modigliani’s unique style, emphasizing emotional resonance over realistic depiction. The expression of the figure conveys a sense of introspection, accentuated by the use of subdued tones and simplified shapes that focus the viewer’s attention on the person’s face and posture.
