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Why did Modigliani not paint eyes?
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Modigliani did not paint eyes because he believed they were too intimate. He once said, "I will paint your eyes when I find your soul." This desire to know a person well before depicting their eyes is reflected in the fact that he only ever portrayed eyes when painting people that he was very close to. Explore a variety of Amedeo Modigliani art on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024