Portrait of a Young Woman
- Artist
- Amedeo Modigliani
- Date
- c.1918 ; Paris , France
- Style
- Expressionism
- Genre
- Portrait
"Portrait of a Young Woman" is an exquisite piece by Amedeo Clemente Modigliani that effectively demonstrates his signature style. Rendered on a canvas using oil paints, this portrait captures the face and upper body of a lady, characterized by surreal elongation - a key feature of Modigliani's work. In line with his development in the École de Paris, "Portrait of a Young Woman" exhibits traits of Expressionism, with exaggerated features and evocative use of color. Although Modigliani's works were not initially well-received, they have now become highly desirable.
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