The artwork “Jeanne Hébuterne in Red Shawl” by Amedeo Modigliani, created in 1917 in Paris, France, is an oil on canvas painting that epitomizes the Expressionism art movement. Measuring 129.54 x 81.6 cm, this portrait currently resides in a private collection.
In this portrait, Jeanne Hébuterne is depicted with a somber expression, seated against a backdrop that features warm, earthy tones and a simple interior setting. She is adorned in a flowing red shawl draped over a white blouse and a dark-colored skirt. The elongated, stylized forms and the use of muted colors to accentuate the mood are characteristic of Modigliani’s expressionist style. Her face is rendered with delicate, yet slightly exaggerated features—particularly the elongated neck and almond-shaped eyes—infusing the artwork with a poignant emotional depth. The choice of a red shawl hints at a subtle, underlying passion or warmth, juxtaposed against the serene, almost melancholic atmosphere of the painting.
