“Portrait of Jeanne Hébuterne in a Blue Chair” is an artwork by Amedeo Modigliani, created in 1918 in Paris, France. The medium of the artwork is oil on canvas, and it belongs to the Expressionism art movement. The dimensions of the artwork are 129.5 by 91.4 centimeters. This portrait genre artwork is housed in a private collection.
The artwork poignantly captures Jeanne Hébuterne seated in a blue chair, rendered in Modigliani’s distinctive style marked by elongated forms and melancholic expressions. The portrayal of Jeanne features elongated lines and simplified forms, characteristic of Modigliani’s expressionist approach, emphasizing emotional depth over realistic detail. Jeanne’s serene, somewhat distant expression is accentuated by pale skin and delicate features, creating a stark contrast with the richly colored background. Her reddish-brown hair is pulled back, drawing attention to her elegant neck and contemplative face. The chair, painted in soft blue and green hues with hints of gold, adds to the painting’s overall sense of harmony and introspection. The use of subdued tones and elongated forms communicates a sense of ethereal beauty and quiet introspection, hallmarks of Modigliani’s evocative and intimate style.
