L'œuvre en bref

The Young Apprentice is a painting that subtly captures fatigue and contemplation. The work depicts a young man, probably an apprentice, sitting with his head resting on his hand in a gesture of weariness or deep reflection. His posture is bent, suggesting the weight of responsibility or the end of a long day's work. The choice of muted colours - greys, browns and muted shades of blue and ochre - contributes to the introspective atmosphere of the scene.

What is striking about this work is the effect of emotional realism achieved by Modigliani through the simplification of form and economy of detail. The viewer's gaze is drawn to the face of the young man, whose eyes are closed or lowered, reinforcing the intimacy of the moment captured. This painting, which falls within the portrait genre, demonstrates Modigliani's ability to explore the human condition with empathy and depth, typical of his work within the École de Paris.

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