Madame Hanka Zborowska Leaning on a Chair (Madame Hanka Zborowska accoudée à une chaise)

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FROM THE BARNES FOUNDATION’S CATALOG

The graceful model featured in this portrait was the partner of Modigliani's art dealer, Léopold Zborowski. The artist began with a graphite sketch over the ground layer; his confident, curving lines are visible through the loosely painted fabric. Weave-pattern imprints are also visible to the naked eye, suggesting that the artist applied a textile to the painted surface while it was still soft. Subtle passages of brownish orange, pale yellow, and pink add depth to the creamy white dress.

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