The artwork titled “Portrait of Jeanne Hébuterne with her Left Arm Behind her Head” was created by Amedeo Modigliani in 1919 in Paris, France. This portrait, rendered in oil on canvas, belongs to the Expressionism movement and is currently housed in the Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States.
The artwork depicts a young woman with her left arm positioned behind her head, her face tilted downward and to the side, showcasing the characteristic elongated features typical of Modigliani’s style. The subject’s auburn hair flows with gentle, curving lines, contrasting with the muted color palette of the background and her attire. The use of bold outlines and the soft, almost melancholic expression on the woman’s face evoke a sense of introspection and quietude. The artist’s application of paint creates textured surfaces that add depth and complexity to the piece, embodying the emotive and stylistic essence of Expressionism.
