Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Distribution: (800) 510 0384
Washington DC
New York
Toronto
Press ID  
  • Login
The Hudson Weekly
  • Financial
  • Blockchain
  • Technology
  • Entertainment
  • Lifestyle
  • Arts
  • Health
  • Sports
  • Cybersecurity
No Result
View All Result
  • Financial
  • Blockchain
  • Technology
  • Entertainment
  • Lifestyle
  • Arts
  • Health
  • Sports
  • Cybersecurity
No Result
View All Result
The Hudson Weekly
No Result
View All Result

Shock in Venice as Bargain Portrait Turns Out to be Priceless Modigliani

Dennis Keller by Dennis Keller
March 14, 2025
in Arts
A A
Portrait of Jeanne Hébuterne By Amedeo Modigliani - front

Portrait of Jeanne Hébuterne By Amedeo Modigliani - front

Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

Back in 2012, it seemed only fitting when a replica of an actual stolen Modigliani portrait played its part in the storyline of the James Bond thriller Skyfall. There aren’t many artists that evoke the kind of excitement associated with action-blockbuster cinema, however, between daredevil thefts and record-breaking sales, the iconic early 20th-century painter has repeatedly been known to set pulses racing.

Over the years, the works of Modigliani have drawn incredible focus, passion, and price tags—not least because many of his creations remain tantalizingly lost or missing. This lingering sense of mystery framed the incredible recent events in Venice, which saw a previously unknown portrait by the artist authenticated after a century in obscurity.

HudsonNewsroom

Just Beginning to Invest in Art? Here Are a Few Things to Do to Get Started

The Benefits of Pursuing a Higher Education in Art

Benefits of Using Professional Printing Services

In an extraordinary turn of events, an unnamed collector had purchased the painting in the 1970s for 55,000 Italian lira—which would have been the equivalent of less than 500 US dollars today. Several decades later, expert analysis has revealed that the portrait is not a cheap knock-off but rather a genuine Amedeo Modigliani painting, with the potential for a lofty future price tag.

Two things about the thrilling find, which features Modigliani’s model and lover Jeanne Hébuterne, are immediately striking. The first is its almost identical composition to a Modigliani portrait at the Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art. The second is that it has a handwritten note on its reverse, signed with the name Léopold Zborowski—and we will come back to him shortly.

The painting is 27.5 x 19.2 cm and shows Hébuterne seated in a white blouse with her arm resting on the back of her chair. In analysis during the authentication process, art historian Saverio Simi de Burgis shared in his report that the piece appears to be a preparatory study for the larger version held by the Met.

Modigliani was known to make studies in preparation for his final pieces, filling canvases with speed before reusing them for something else. Simi de Burgis suggested that the reason this study survived while others didn’t is that the two similar portraits of Hébuterne were painted in the last months of Modigliani’s life. The Met’s portrait seems less finished than his other works and could still have been a WIP (work in progress, for those not familiar with the lingo) at the time of the artist’s death in 1920.

Known as Modi to his friends, the artist suffered life-long health problems, exacerbated by a chaotic and bohemian absinthe-fuelled lifestyle. Ultimately, he died of tuberculosis at only 35 years old, and Hébuterne, who was also the mother of Modigliani’s daughter, killed herself just two days later.

As tragic as the ending of their love affair may have been, it followed the creation of many of Modigliani’s most prized artworks, several of which fell into the hands of art dealer Léopold Zborowski, whose home was serving as the painter’s studio at the time of his passing.

While Modigliani didn’t achieve fame while he was alive, Zborowski went on to make a lot of money from the artist’s creations. However, the note on the back of this discovered portrait reveals that Zborowski gave it away as a gift in 1920, and from there, the trail disappears.

Thankfully for the painting’s fortunate owner, modern technologies like Raman microscopy and forensic handwriting analysis allowed experts to verify both that the painting is a real Modigliani and that the note on its reverse really was penned by Zborowski. This makes for a thrilling find indeed—and a jaw-dropping story that could easily give any James Bond plot a run for its money.

Portrait of Jeanne Hébuterne By Amedeo Modigliani - back
Portrait of Jeanne Hébuterne By Amedeo Modigliani – back
Dennis Keller

Dennis Keller

Lifestyle Editor

More from HW Newsdesk

Just Beginning to Invest in Art? Here Are a Few Things to Do to Get Started
Arts

Just Beginning to Invest in Art? Here Are a Few Things to Do to Get Started

July 10, 2025
The Benefits of Pursuing a Higher Education in Art
Arts

The Benefits of Pursuing a Higher Education in Art

July 8, 2025
Benefits of Using Professional Printing Services
Arts

Benefits of Using Professional Printing Services

July 7, 2025

HW Newsroom

Digital Convenience Doesn’t Replace These 8 Banking Essentials
Financial

Digital Convenience Doesn’t Replace These 8 Banking Essentials

by Michelle Kellett
July 14, 2025

Technology is changing how we manage finances, and the convenience of digital banking has become undeniable. Online transactions, mobile payment...

Solutions That Address Long-Term Mental Health Needs

Solutions That Address Long-Term Mental Health Needs

July 14, 2025
Workplace Injury? Here’s How to Claim the Compensation You Deserve

Workplace Injury? Here’s How to Claim the Compensation You Deserve

July 14, 2025
When to Hire Detroit Dog Bite Injury Lawyers to Fight for You

Best Dog Bite Lawyers Near You: 7 Lexington Attorneys Ready to Take Your Call Today

July 14, 2025
How Rural Entrepreneurs Can Access Capital Through Business Loans

How Rural Entrepreneurs Can Access Capital Through Business Loans

July 14, 2025
Top 8 Dating Sites and Apps for Married People Cheating and Seeking Discreet Affairs

Top 8 Dating Sites and Apps for Married People Cheating and Seeking Discreet Affairs

July 14, 2025
Gay Dating & Chat in Arkansas

Gay Dating & Chat in Arkansas

July 14, 2025
How to Find Someone on Snapchat: A Practical Guide You Need

How to Find Someone on Snapchat: A Practical Guide You Need

July 14, 2025
Using Apple Pay for Fast, Secure Casino Deposits

Using Apple Pay for Fast, Secure Casino Deposits

July 14, 2025
Discover the Best Gay Dating & Chat in San Jose for Local Connections

Discover the Best Gay Dating & Chat in San Jose for Local Connections

July 14, 2025
Your Guide to Gay Dating & Chat in Anaheim, California

Your Guide to Gay Dating & Chat in Anaheim, California

July 14, 2025
Introduction to Oakland California’s LGBTQ+ Community

Introduction to Oakland California’s LGBTQ+ Community

July 14, 2025
No Result
View All Result

Headlines

How Comprehensive Dental Care Supports Whole-Body Wellness Over Time

Effective Techniques for Monitoring and Maintaining Your Gear

Wealth Advisors vs. AI: Why Human Expertise Still Matters

Digital Convenience Doesn’t Replace These 8 Banking Essentials

Solutions That Address Long-Term Mental Health Needs

Workplace Injury? Here’s How to Claim the Compensation You Deserve

Trending

Professional SEO specialist
Financial

How an SEO Specialist Saved a Law Firm $2 Million

by Hayley Chowdhry
July 15, 2025

When Google Becomes Your Worst Enemy Mark Davidson thought his 15-year-old personal injury firm in Manhattan was...

Vertical Drama Rises: Why Short-Form Series Are Redefining American Streaming

Vertical Drama Rises: Why Short-Form Series Are Redefining American Streaming

July 15, 2025
How Comprehensive Dental Care Supports Whole-Body Wellness Over Time

How Comprehensive Dental Care Supports Whole-Body Wellness Over Time

July 15, 2025
Effective Techniques for Monitoring and Maintaining Your Gear

Effective Techniques for Monitoring and Maintaining Your Gear

July 15, 2025
Wealth Advisors vs. AI: Why Human Expertise Still Matters

Wealth Advisors vs. AI: Why Human Expertise Still Matters

July 14, 2025
  • Kia America представляет цены и захватывающие обновления для Sorento 2025 (ICE)

https://madisongraph.com/kia-america-unveils-pricing-and-exciting-updates-for-2025-sorento-ice/

#nyc #losangeles #chicago #houston #phoenix #philadelphia #sandiego #dallas #sanfrancisco #seattle #denver #washingtondc #boston #detroit #vancouver #toronto #publicrelations #marketingagency #earnedmedia #editorial #marketing #guestpost #guestposting #sponsored #sponsoredpost
  • Kia Recognized as One of TIME Magazine’s “World’s Most Sustainable Companies of 2024”

https://madisongraph.com/kia-recognized-as-one-of-time-magazines-worlds-most-sustainable-companies-of-2024/

#nyc #losangeles #chicago #houston #phoenix #philadelphia #sandiego #dallas #sanfrancisco #seattle #denver #washingtondc #boston #detroit #vancouver #toronto #publicrelations #marketingagency #earnedmedia #editorial #marketing #guestpost #guestposting #sponsored #sponsoredpost
  • VinFast Auto Establishes Dealer Advisory Board to Enhance Customer Experience

https://madisongraph.com/vinfast-auto-establishes-dealer-advisory-board-to-enhance-customer-experience/

#nyc #losangeles #chicago #houston #phoenix #philadelphia #sandiego #dallas #sanfrancisco #seattle #denver #washingtondc #boston #detroit #vancouver #toronto #publicrelations #marketingagency #earnedmedia #editorial #marketing #guestpost #guestposting #sponsored #sponsoredpost
  • Medicare Announces Expansion of Coverage for Microprocessor-Controlled Knees for Lower Mobility Users

https://lincolncitizen.com/medicare-announces-expansion-of-coverage-for-microprocessor-controlled-knees-for-lower-mobility-users/

#nyc #losangeles #chicago #houston #phoenix #philadelphia #sandiego #dallas #sanfrancisco #seattle #denver #washingtondc #boston #detroit #vancouver #toronto #publicrelations #marketingagency #earnedmedia #editorial #marketing #guestpost #guestposting #sponsored #sponsoredpost
  • GA-ASI Successfully Tests PT6 Engine on MQ-9B SkyGuardian Aircraft

https://lincolncitizen.com/ga-asi-successfully-tests-pt6-engine-on-mq-9b-skyguardian-aircraft/

#nyc #losangeles #chicago #houston #phoenix #philadelphia #sandiego #dallas #sanfrancisco #seattle #denver #washingtondc #boston #detroit #vancouver #toronto #publicrelations #marketingagency #earnedmedia #editorial #marketing #guestpost #guestposting #sponsored #sponsoredpost
  • U.S. Leading Economic Index Declines by 0.2% in June 2024, Coincident Index Rises by 0.3%

https://fairmontpost.com/u-s-leading-economic-index-declines-by-0-2-in-june-2024-coincident-index-rises-by-0-3/

#nyc #losangeles #chicago #houston #phoenix #philadelphia #sandiego #dallas #sanfrancisco #seattle #denver #washingtondc #boston #detroit #vancouver #toronto #publicrelations #marketingagency #earnedmedia #editorial #marketing #guestpost #guestposting #sponsored #sponsoredpost
  • USTDA Director Travels to Bulgaria and Romania to Promote Clean, Secure Energy

https://belmontstar.com/ustda-director-travels-to-bulgaria-and-romania-to-promote-clean-secure-energy/

#nyc #losangeles #chicago #houston #phoenix #philadelphia #sandiego #dallas #sanfrancisco #seattle #denver #washingtondc #boston #detroit #vancouver #toronto #publicrelations #marketingagency #earnedmedia #editorial #marketing #guestpost #guestposting #sponsored #sponsoredpost
  • Police Recommend a Hidden Camera Detector Device to Protect Privacy

https://marketsherald.com/police-recommend-a-hidden-camera-detector-device-to-protect-privacy/

#nyc #losangeles #chicago #houston #phoenix #philadelphia #sandiego #dallas #sanfrancisco #seattle #denver #washingtondc #boston #detroit #vancouver #toronto #publicrelations #marketingagency #earnedmedia #editorial #marketing #guestpost #guestposting #sponsored #sponsoredpost

© 2025 The Hudson Weekly. Published by The Ritz Herald. Editions: Markets Herald • Lincoln Citizen • Madison Graph • Belmont Star • Fairmont Post

Address: 1177 6th Avenue, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10036. Removals: pr@hudsonweekly.com. Phone: (718) 313-5252. M-F: 9AM-5PM. Privacy Policy

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In

Add New Playlist

No Result
View All Result
  • Financial
  • Blockchain
  • Technology
  • Entertainment
  • Lifestyle
  • Arts
  • Health
  • Sports
  • Cybersecurity

© 2025. The Hudson Weekly