Leonora Portnoff (1935) by Arshile Gorky

Leonora Portnoff - Arshile Gorky - 1935

Artwork Information

TitleLeonora Portnoff
ArtistArshile Gorky
Date1935
Art MovementPost-Impressionism

About Leonora Portnoff

The artwork titled “Leonora Portnoff,” created by Arshile Gorky in 1935, belongs to the Post-Impressionism movement and is categorized under the portrait genre.

This portrait features a woman reclining, rendered with expressive lines and shading. The composition showcases her face and upper body, with particular emphasis on her large, striking eyes that seem to engage the viewer directly. The use of line work captures the intricate details of her hair and clothing, while the overall tone of the piece conveys a certain intimacy and directness. The artwork’s paper appears aged, with visible creases and tears, adding a layer of texture and historical context to the piece. The soft, fluid strokes combined with the well-defined contours exemplify Gorky’s skill in blending realism with emotional depth, characteristic of the Post-Impressionist style.

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