“New York Good-Bye,” crafted by Fernand Léger in 1946, is an abstract artwork that falls under the Purism art movement. The piece integrates striking colors and geometric forms, reflecting the purity and essentialism emblematic of Purism.
The artwork is characterized by an assemblage of shapes and lines that interact dynamically on the canvas. It incorporates a vivid palette of red, blue, black, yellow, green, and white, creating a visually stimulating composition. Central to the piece is a conglomeration of geometric figures and abstract forms, including bold black lines, grid patterns, curvilinear shapes, and a subtle incorporation of a leafy motif and a flowing ribbon inscribed with “ADIEU NEW YORK.” The arrangement exudes movement and abstraction, steering the viewer’s focus across the canvas while maintaining a harmonious balance of form and color.
