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Head of Girl (Louise)
- Original dimensions
- 37 x 51 cm
- Museum
- Not specified
- Year
- 1915
Scene depicted
The canvas “Tête de fille (Louise)” is engaged in a delicate dialogue with the viewer. It depicts a slender female face with the elongated features characteristic of the artist, evoking both melancholy and timeless beauty. The simplicity of its composition, combined with the depth of the emotions captured, transforms this painting into a true psychological mirror.
Historical context
Created in 1915, this painting is part of the modern movement of the time, where creativity emerged strongly in Paris, the city of light. At the heart of this vibrant agglomeration, Modigliani forged his unique style, anchoring his canvas in a tradition of stylized forms and introspective portraits. Since then, the masterpiece continues to move, although its location is currently not specified.
Place in the artist's career
This canvas is part of Modigliani's maturation period, where he established his distinctive style, marked by increased sensuality and sophistication. Compared to his earlier works such as “La Jeune Fille en Bleu” and his famous nudes, “Tête de fille (Louise)” reflects an evolution in emotional richness and simplicity of form.
Anecdote
Modigliani once stated: “Beauty must exist, even in the abstract.” That day, as he walked down a quiet street in Montparnasse, a ray of sunshine illuminated the face of a young woman, a muse who would become Louise. This vision, imbued with softness and light, nourished the soul of this painting , revealing all the tenderness that Modigliani felt for his subject.
Major exhibitions
Modigliani. Modern Gazes