Christus (1916)

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In the evocative sketch "Christus" created in 1916, artist Amedeo Modigliani captures a powerful yet somber portrayal of Jesus Christ. Modigliani, renowned for his modernist interpretations, presents a minimalistic and linear drawing where austerity speaks volumes.This piece highlights Christ’s visage enveloped in a tranquil, almost ethereal expression, eyes closed in what could be a moment of serene resignation or profound spirituality. The sketch is predominantly executed in fine, flowing lines that suggest the contours of Jesus' long face and pronounced features characteristic of Modigliani’s style. Two stark linear forms, perhaps suggesting the uprights of the cross, frame the figure, adding a stark, haunting quality to the image.The use of a simple brown paper background without embellishment allows the viewer’s focus to remain entirely on the emotive quality of the lines that define Christ’s face and the subtle details of the hair and beard. The Greek letters on the side, reading ‘XPICIMO,’ may reference the traditional Christogram, adding a layer of historical and religious context.Modigliani’s "Christus" is not just a religious portrayal but a timeless reminder of human suffering, serenity, and spiritual contemplation.

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Born in Livorno, Italy, Modigliani (1884-1920) later moved to Paris in 1906. There he was acquainted with many great artists including Pablo Picasso, Juan Gris, and Constantin Brancusi. Inspired by the artworks of Edvard MunchPaul Cézanne, and Toulouse Lautrec, Modigliani has developed his signature style: portraits and sensual nudes with long, simplified forms, and elongated mask-like faces featuring eyes with no pupils.