The artwork titled “The album ‘Circus'”, created by Fernand Léger in 1950, is a notable piece within the Purism art movement. Categorized as a sketch and study, this artwork is part of the “The album ‘Circus'” series and is currently housed in the Musée National Fernand Léger in Biot, France.
The artwork presents a figure, presumably a circus performer, holding what appear to be large, abstract circular forms reminiscent of wheels or hoops. The figure is rendered with simplified and bold lines, characteristic of Léger’s style. The use of vibrant red in the figure’s attire, contrasting against the bright yellow background, creates a dynamic composition. The geometric shapes and limited color palette underscore the Purist emphasis on clarity and form. The figure’s expression and posture exude a sense of strength and balance, aligned with the themes of performance and equilibrium commonly associated with circus imagery.
