The artwork titled “Birds on a Yellow Background” was created by Fernand Léger and belongs to the Purism art movement. This animal painting, measuring 130 x 89 cm, is housed at the Musée National Fernand Léger in Biot, France.
The artwork features two stylized birds set against a vivid yellow background. The birds are depicted with bold, geometric forms and contrasting colors, characteristic of the Purism movement’s emphasis on simplicity and clarity. Accompanying the birds in the composition are abstract shapes in various hues, including blue, red, green, black, and white. The combination of the organic forms of the birds with the segmented, geometric shapes creates a dynamic interplay, invoking a sense of movement and rhythm. The overall use of vibrant colors and the stark contrast between elements emphasize Léger’s distinctive style, merging natural subjects with abstract, mechanized forms.
