“Little Louise,” painted by Amedeo Modigliani in 1915, is an oil on canvas portrait created in Paris, France. The artwork is associated with the Expressionism movement and is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork portrays a young girl seated on a wooden chair, hands clasped in her lap, with a contemplative and gentle expression. Modigliani’s typical elongated style is evident in the girl’s features, particularly her neck and face, which are characterized by a smooth, lyrical quality. The background is composed of muted, uneven patches of color, lending an abstract and somewhat somber atmosphere to the piece. The girl’s attire is simple and unadorned, emphasizing her innocence and youth. The painting showcases Modigliani’s mastery in blending portraiture with expressive nuance, capturing both the physical likeness and an introspective essence of his subject.
