Portrait of Mario Varvogli 1919

Amedeo Modigliani's "Portrait of Mario Varvogli" (1919) is a striking example of his signature style. The elongated figure and simplified features, particularly the almond-shaped eyes and long, slender neck, are hallmarks of the artist's distinctive aesthetic. Varvogli, a prominent figure in the Parisian art scene, is depicted in a somber pose against a muted backdrop. Modigliani's portrait captures a sense of introspection and melancholy, a characteristic often found in his works, which reflects the artist's own life experiences and untimely death at the young age of 35.