“The outing in the country,” created by Fernand Léger in 1954, is a genre painting associated with the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement. The artwork vividly portrays a leisure scene set in the countryside.
The artwork is a vibrant depiction featuring a group of figures in a stylized and almost geometric form. Bold, black outlines and bright, contrasting colors define the figures and their surroundings, giving the painting a distinctive and lively character. The central figure, adorned in a blue suit and yellow hat, is surrounded by others, some of whom are in more casual attire symbolizing the relaxed nature of the scene. The background comprises flowing lines and is partitioned into sections of vivid green and yellow, suggesting a pastoral landscape. The atmosphere of the painting suggests a casual, peaceful day out, rich in color and formality, emblematic of Léger’s unique style.
