“Lolotte” is an oil-on-canvas portrait created in 1916 by Amedeo Modigliani, a distinguished artist associated with the Expressionism art movement. The artwork, measuring 55 x 35 cm, was produced in Paris, France, and is currently housed at the Georges Pompidou Center in Paris.
The artwork depicts a portrait of a woman rendered in Modigliani’s distinctive style, featuring elongated forms and simplified features. The subject’s elongated neck, pronounced facial elements, and stylized, almond-shaped eyes contribute to the characteristic elegance and melancholy that pervades Modigliani’s portraits. The muted palette, dominated by earthy tones, with subtle variations in hue, evokes an aura of introspection and subtle profundity. The background, abstract and devoid of intricate detailing, ensures that attention remains focused on the subject’s expressive countenance. The simplicity and distortion in the figure’s representation reveal Modigliani’s influence from African sculpture and his quest to convey deeper emotional resonance rather than adhering to realistic depictions.
