“The Red Head,” created by Amedeo Modigliani around 1915 in Paris, France, is an oil painting on canvas that belongs to the Expressionism art movement and is categorized as a portrait. This distinguished artwork is housed at the Georges Pompidou Center in Paris, France.
The artwork presents a striking portrait of a head rendered with bold strokes and vibrant hues dominated by reds and oranges. The face, abstract in its form, exudes a sense of intensity and emotion, characteristic of Modigliani’s Expressionist style. The background is minimalist, with subdued tones that starkly contrast the vivid coloration of the head, drawing immediate attention to the central figure. This piece exemplifies Modigliani’s unique approach to portraiture, where elongated features and a sense of introspection are prevalent.