Woman's Head with Beauty Spot 1906

This Woman's Head with Beauty Spot was conjured up by Modigliani with oil on canvas, but we don't know when exactly. I’m imagining Modigliani here, figuring things out as he goes along. The warm hues of browns and yellows create a feeling of intimacy, the woman emerging softly from the depths. The paint is thinly applied, so we can see the canvas texture underneath, adding a sense of rawness and immediacy. Her face, somewhat asymmetrical, possesses a gentle, melancholic expression. He’s probably thinking about other artists, like Cezanne, whose portraits also capture a certain psychological depth. That little beauty spot, though—what’s that about? Is it a literal mark, a small detail observed? Or does it symbolize something more, a hint of the woman’s character, a reminder of life's imperfections and unexpected beauty? Modigliani’s conversation with us, across time, is what makes painting so vital, isn't it? It’s an exchange of ideas, a sharing of experiences, and an invitation to see the world in new ways.