Girl with Braids
- Original dimensions
- 45.4 x 60.1 cm
- Museum
- Nagoya City Art Museum
- Year
- 1918
Scene depicted
The canvas "Girl with Braids" depicts a young girl of striking delicacy, with braids gracefully falling over her shoulders. The child's eyes convey a range of emotions, both of innocence and wisdom. This painting explores youth and beauty, embodying Modigliani's unique style, characterized by elongated features and a warm palette that creates an almost dreamlike atmosphere.
Historical context
Created in 1918, in the heart of Paris, this painting illustrates the peak of modernism . Amidst the vibrant artistic movement known as the "School of Paris," Modigliani's canvas captures the essence of an era where creativity flourishes, while embodying the very essence of youth and innocence. Currently displayed at the museum of Nagoya City Art, this iconic work measures 45.4 x 60.1 cm and continues to move visitors from around the world.
Place in the artist's career
"Girl with Braids" proves to be a crucial piece in Modigliani's artistic evolution. Emerging from a period rich in stylistic experimentation, this painting is part of a series of captivating portraits, alongside works such as "Young Girl in Blue" and "Portrait of Paul Guillaume." This canvas marks not only a culmination of his technique but also a deeper exploration of human emotions.
Anecdote
“Art is an escape, a meeting with oneself.” These words resonate particularly in Modigliani's mind when he encounters the gaze of a young girl with braids, inspiring this masterpiece . One spring morning, while strolling through a lively neighborhood, he was captivated by the sunlight reflecting off her golden hair, capturing this fleeting emotion in his painting .