Creator story
Surprising fact
The day after Modigliani died of tubercular meningitis at 35, his pregnant partner Jeanne took her own life in grief.
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Amedeo Modigliani
Amedeo Modigliani (1884–1920) was an Italian painter and sculptor of the Paris School, instantly recognisable for his elongated necks, almond eyes and serene, mask-like faces. He lived fast and died young in poverty.
Largely ignored in life, Modigliani is now one of the most loved and expensive modern portraitists.
- Famed for elongated, mask-like portraits and nudes.
- A central figure of the bohemian Paris School.
- Died at 35 in poverty, now one of the most prized modern artists.
Key works
A key work by Amedeo Modigliani
These works make it easiest to see how the artist changed form, content, and the very way art could exist in culture.
1917
Reclining Nude
Reclining Nude is one of Amedeo Modigliani's defining works.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to what people most often search about this artist.
When did Amedeo Modigliani live?
Amedeo Modigliani was born in Italy in 1884 and died in Paris in 1920 at just 35, from tubercular meningitis.
Why is Modigliani's style so recognisable?
Modigliani painted portraits and nudes with distinctively elongated necks, almond-shaped eyes and serene, mask-like faces — a style unmistakably his own.
Was Modigliani recognised during his lifetime?
Barely — he died poor and largely unknown. Recognition and high prices for his work came only after his death; today he is one of the most valuable painters of the School of Paris.
What happened after Modigliani died?
The day after his death, his pregnant partner Jeanne Hébuterne took her own life in grief — a tragic ending that became part of his legend.