“Portrait of Madame X (also known as Pink Portrait)” is an oil painting on canvas created circa 1919 by Chaim Soutine, an artist associated with the Expressionism movement. This portrait, belonging to the genre of portraiture, resides in a private collection.
The artwork features a striking depiction of Madame X, characterized by its vivid brushstrokes and intense color palette, typical of Soutine’s expressive technique. The subject is portrayed in a red garment, with bold and expressive lines that convey a sense of emotional depth and intensity. The background is rendered in darker shades, which serve to enhance the focus on the figure. The composition and application of paint highlight the artist’s preoccupation with conveying the emotional states and the inner psyche of his subjects. The dynamism and vigor in the brushwork exemplify the principles of the Expressionism movement, emphasizing the emotional experience over precise representation.