Portrait of Elena Povolozky by Amedeo Modigliani. A stylized portrait of a woman with an elongated face and pale complexion, wearing a dark coat and blue bow against a deep blue background.

Portrait of Elena Povolozky

Amedeo Modigliani

1917 · Oil Paint, Canvas

An iconic Modernist portrait by Amedeo Modigliani, featuring his signature elongated forms and a sophisticated, moody palette.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with steady character in a warmer tonal register — brings a composed sense of weight.

Often works in
Library · Living Room · Study
Placement
Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
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Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
Color notes
Charcoal black, Warm beige

About the piece

Painted in 1917, this portrait of Elena Povolozky exemplifies Amedeo Modigliani's unique Expressionist style. The work features a striking contrast between the sitter's luminous, pale skin and the deep, earthy tones of her coat and the atmospheric blue background, creating a piece that is both intimate and commanding.

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