Seated nude
- Artist
- Amedeo Modigliani
- Date
- 1909 ; Paris , France
- Style
- Expressionism
- Genre
- Nude painting (nu)
The painting, 'Seated nude', by Italian artist, Amedeo Modigliani, exemplifies his unique modern style, featuring the surreal elongation of a female figure. This nude painting (nu) depicts the model's elongated face and neck, and the stylized figure displayed on canvas. The artwork illustrates Modigliani's artistic connections with other prominent Parisian artists including Pablo Picasso and Constantin Brâncuși and exhibits his stylistic affinities with Expressionism. Painted in vibrant oil colors, the nude's brooding aura and striking elongations reflect the powerful influence of ancient and Renaissance art in Modigliani's work.
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