The artwork “Seated nude” by Amedeo Modigliani was created in 1908, during his time in Paris, France. It is an oil painting on canvas and belongs to the Expressionism movement, specifically in the genre of nude painting (nu). The dimensions of this painting are 73 x 49.9 cm. Currently, it is held in a private collection.
The painting depicts a nude female figure seated against a dark, indistinct background. The figure is portrayed with elongated features typical of Modigliani’s style. Her body is rendered with warm tones of orange and red, contrasting the darker hues of the surroundings. Her facial expression is serene and somewhat detached, with a characteristic rendering of the eyes that lack pupils, which is a hallmark of Modigliani’s portraiture. The overall composition is simplistic in its form yet rich in its emotional and sensual overtones. The brushwork is visible and contributes to the textured appearance of the figure’s skin and the drapery she is seated upon.
