The artwork entitled “Manuel Humberg Esteve” is an oil painting on canvas created by Amedeo Modigliani in 1916 in Paris, France. The piece, an exemplar of the Expressionist movement, measures 100.2 by 65.5 centimeters and belongs to the genre of portraiture. Currently, it is housed in the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) in Melbourne, Australia.
The artwork depicts a seated figure, characterized by Modigliani’s signature elongated and stylized facial features. The man is dressed in a dark suit with a white shirt and black tie, set against a muted, primarily dark background. The subject’s elongated face, almond-shaped eyes, and elongated neck are indicative of Modigliani’s distinctive style, which merges simplicity with an evocative sense of personality and emotion. The figure’s hands rest on his lap, adding to the composed and formal aura of the portrait. The use of color and form in the artwork highlights the artist’s unique approach to the Expressionist genre, providing a poignant glimpse into the artist’s visionary perspective.
