The painting entitled “Large Nude, Homage to Modigliani,” created by Bruno Landi in 1998, is an oil on canvas that is clearly inspired by the distinctive style of Amedeo Modigliani. The work depicts a nude female figure lying in a sensual, relaxed pose, with essential, soft lines that evoke the elegance and sinuosity of Modigliani's figures.
Signed lower left
On the back signature for work authentication, title and date
Measurements: 100 x 150 cm.
The woman's body is outlined with sharp strokes, while the stylized face recalls Modigliani's famous portraits, with elongated features and enigmatically cut eyes. The background is simple and abstract, with a delicate use of light colors and a sphere in the upper right corner, which could represent a sun or moon, adding a symbolic and dreamlike dimension to the scene.
Landi's brushwork, while paying homage to Modigliani, introduces a personal and modern texture, visible in the rich layering of color. On the back of the work are the signature for authentication and the title, confirming the attribution and celebratory character of the work.
This painting is a clear tribute to Modigliani, reinterpreted with Bruno Landi's distinctive style, and underscores the great master's enduring influence in contemporary painting.