“Abstract composition,” created by Fernand Léger in 1924, belongs to the Orphism art movement. The abstract artwork, which measures 53.7 x 37.7 cm, is housed at the Musée National Fernand Léger in Biot, France. The piece is a notable example of abstract genre painting.
The artwork demonstrates a dynamic interplay of forms and colors. It showcases an assemblage of variously shaped geometric forms that flow and intersect against a neutral background. The dominant hues include greens, oranges, blues, and blacks, which contrast strikingly against the white backdrop. Black contour lines meander around the shapes, providing boundaries and contributing to the composition’s rhythm and movement. The painting exudes a sense of spontaneity and fluidity, typical of Orphism, which aimed to convey musical qualities through visual art.
