The artwork entitled “Portrait of a Young Woman,” created by Amedeo Modigliani in 1919 in Paris, France, is an oil painting on canvas. Exemplifying the Expressionism art movement, the portrait measures 65 x 50 cm and is currently housed at the Musée des Beaux-Arts de La Chaux-de-Fonds in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland.
In the artwork, a young woman is depicted with an elongated neck and stylized facial features, a hallmark of Modigliani’s unique approach to portraiture. Her almond-shaped eyes are rendered without pupils, contributing to the distinct, almost otherworldly appearance of the subject. The woman’s hair is auburn and neatly styled, and she wears a dark garment with a light collar, creating a stark contrast against the muted, abstract background. The use of subdued colors and soft lines enhances the melancholic and contemplative mood of the portrait. This artwork is a quintessential representation of Modigliani’s exploration of human form and emotion, encapsulating his distinctive and resonant artistic voice.
