Amedeo Modigliani (1884-1920)
Born in Italy, he arrived in Paris in 1906 and became part of the Bohemian circles in Montmartre. He did sculpture at the start of his career. Just like his friend Brancusi, African art provided the inspiration for Modigliani's sculptures. He later abandoned this expensive technique for health reasons. Modigliani lived in poverty: a prolific painter, he did not sell much despite the protection and patronage of the art dealer Paul Guillaume. His career was swift, ruining himself with alcohol, fiery affairs, and suffering from his misfortune. The artist died of tuberculosis at the age of 35.
" You mustn't paint what you see, you have to paint what you feel. The line of the drawing should always be a little like the heart line... extended. "
Amedeo Modigliani
Paul Guillaume, Novo Pilota © RMN-Grand Palais (Musée de l'Orangerie) / Hervé Lewandowski
Woman with Velvet Ribbon © RMN-Grand Palais (Musée de l'Orangerie) / Herve Lewandowski
Redhead girl © GrandPalaisRmn (musée de l'Orangerie) / Hervé Lewandowski
The young apprentice © RMN-Grand Palais (Musée de l'Orangerie)
It was only after his death that Modigliani was recognised as a great master of modern art.
Today, his works are among the most sought-after and exhibited in museums around the world.
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