Portrait of Donato Frisia c. 1917

This charcoal drawing by Amedeo Modigliani depicts Donato Frisia, a prominent figure in the early 20th-century Italian art scene. Created around 1917, the portrait captures Frisia in a contemplative pose, his head slightly tilted, his gaze directed downwards. Modigliani's signature style, characterized by elongated forms and simplified features, is evident in the drawing, particularly in the subject's elongated neck and almond-shaped eyes. This piece exemplifies Modigliani's mastery of capturing the essence of his subjects through expressive linework and subtle shading.