Head of a Woman
1905-1907
Modigliani is famous for his elongated faces, but this early sketch from 1905-1907 shows a completely different side of the artist. Here, he experiments with a fragmented, almost Cubist style, breaking the woman's face into geometric shards and heavy, dark shadows. It's a fascinating glimpse into his artistic evolution before he developed the signature long necks and almond eyes that would make him a legend in Paris. The loose, energetic lines suggest he was rapidly capturing a fleeting expression, proving that even masters start by playing with form.
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