The artwork titled “Trouville” was created by Fernand Léger in 1949. This piece falls under the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and is classified as a sketch and study. The dimensions of the artwork are 23.2 x 31.2 cm, and it is currently housed at the Musée National Fernand Léger in Biot, France.
The artwork is a monochromatic sketch primarily executed in black ink. It showcases two human figures amid a stark, abstract background featuring various geometric shapes and flowing lines. The composition, while simplistic in its style, demonstrates a dynamic interplay between form and space. The figure on the left appears to be seated, dressed in a sailor-like outfit, while the other figure stands, suggestive of a more formal attire with a hat. The background elements, reminiscent of architectural and organic forms, such as buildings and abstract clouds, create a sense of depth and movement. The overall scene is imbued with a feeling of spontaneity and raw expression, characteristic of Léger’s approach to Naïve Art. The artist’s initials and the date “FL 49” are inscribed in the bottom right corner, further authenticating the work.
