The artwork, titled “Portrait of Beatrice Hastings,” was created by Amedeo Modigliani in 1916 in Paris, France. This oil on canvas painting is associated with the Expressionism art movement and belongs to the portrait genre. Currently, the artwork is housed in the Barnes Foundation located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States.
The artwork depicts a stylized and elongated portrayal of Beatrice Hastings, characterized by Modigliani’s signature use of simplified and abstracted forms. The background is relatively muted, allowing the subject to dominate the composition. Hastings’s face is rendered with visible brushstrokes, highlighting the artist’s expressive technique. The monochromatic and textured attire of the subject contrasts with the expressive facial features, and the text “BEATRICE” is subtly included in the upper right portion, adding to the personal and intimate nature of the portrait. The use of earthy tones alongside darker shades contributes to the overall pensive mood of the piece.
