Portrait of Jeanne Hebuterne 1919

This is a portrait of Jeanne Hebuterne, probably made with oil on canvas by Amedeo Modigliani. There's something so vulnerable and raw about the way Modigliani approaches portraiture, like he's trying to capture the essence of a person. I love how Modigliani lets the paint breathe. The surface has this beautiful, almost dry quality. Look how he uses these long, flowing brushstrokes, especially in the figure's dress, to create a sense of movement and fluidity. The colors are muted and earthy, but there are these pops of red and blue that give the painting a certain vibrancy. And then there's that face, with its elongated features and almond-shaped eyes. It's almost like a mask, but there's also a deep sense of humanity there, staring out from the canvas. Modigliani's work reminds me a bit of Picasso. Both artists were interested in exploring the human form in new and unconventional ways, but Modigliani's approach feels more intimate and personal to me.