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modigliani

/ˌmɒd.ɪlˈjɑː.ni/

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noun

/ˌmɒd.ɪlˈjɑː.ni/C1formal
  • ruИмя собственное, относящееся к итальянскому художнику и скульптору, известному своими характерными портретами и ню, работавшему в начале XX века.

A proper noun referring to an Italian painter and sculptor known for his distinctive portraits and nudes, active in the early 20th century.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Italian painter and sculptorB2formalart

    An Italian expressionist painter and sculptor from the early 20th century, known for portraits and nudes with elongated faces and figures.

    ruИтальянский художник и скульптор

    • Modigliani's portraits are famous for their elongated necks and almond-shaped eyes.
    • The gallery is hosting a retrospective of Modigliani's work.
    • She wrote her art history paper on Modigliani's sculptures.
    • Modigliani's unique style remains influential in modern art.