Woman with Red Hair by Amedeo Modigliani
Description: "Woman with Red Hair" by Amedeo Modigliani, painted in 1918, features a striking portrait of a woman with bold red hair, rendered in Modigliani's signature style. The painting is characterized by its elongated forms, simplified features, and use of vibrant color. The subject’s red hair contrasts with the muted tones of the background, drawing attention to her face and hair. Modigliani's approach emphasizes the fluidity and grace of the subject, highlighting his focus on portraiture and his distinctive artistic vision that blends modernism with traditional portrait techniques.
Amedeo Modigliani was an Italian painter and sculptor known for his unique portrayal of the human form and his exploration of emotional and psychological depth in portraiture. "Woman with Red Hair" exemplifies Modigliani's ability to merge stylized forms with expressive color, creating a compelling and memorable image.
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Location and Date Created: Painted in 1918.
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Medium: Oil on canvas.
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Full Artwork Name: Woman with Red Hair.
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Artwork Style: Modernism.
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Current Location: The painting is housed in a private collection or museum.
