Hail Work of Jewish Artist Who Died Penniless

Nine years after he died penniless in a Paris hospital, Modigliani, an Italian Jewish artist, was hailed by critics today as the “most remarkable draughtsman of modern times, with pronounced individuality and a true classical style,” when an exhibition of his work was opened at the Lefevre Galleries. Laudatory comments were contained today in the “Times” and the “Telegraph,” declaring that he possessed a real appreciation of the secrets of the Italian primitives.

In connection with this posthumos acceptance of his works, the fate of the unfortunate Modigliani was recalled Born in Livorno he went to Paris to study painting. In 1913 he was influenced by the ideas of the post impressionist school, and responded deeply to the stylistic negro sculpture. He received little attention during his Parisian stay. Finally, in poverty and sickness, he died in a Paris hospital in 1920, unknown and unappreciated. He was 36 years old. Now, his works are found in many museums and national galleries.