
Reclining Nude
- Original dimensions
- 87 x 65.5 cm
Scene depicted
In this pictorial work , Modigliani immerses us in a vision of nudity that is both intimate and universal. The reclining body merges with the space, creating harmony. The languid posture of the model invites contemplation, an inner journey.
Historical context
Œuvre : Reclining Nude |BRK| Artiste : Amedeo Modigliani |BRK| Année : 1916 |BRK| Musée : Emil G. Bührle Foundation and Collection |BRK| Dimensions : 87 x 65.5 cm |BRK|
Place in the artist's career
This canvas represents a turning point in Modigliani's career. At this time, he reaches an unparalleled artistic maturity, reminiscent of other canvases such as “Nude Woman” and “Portrait of a Young Woman.” These works testify to his exploration of form and color.
Anecdote
“Art is the experience of life translated into canvas ,” Modigliani might have said, recalling the inspiration that seized him one April morning as he observed a model with a voluptuous body under the soft light of his Parisian studio. This painting captures that delicate essence, that fleeting beauty.