“Two Women and Still Life 1st State” is an artwork by Fernand Léger, created in 1920. It belongs to the Cubism art movement and falls under the portrait genre. The artwork illustrates two female figures in a cubist style, characterized by geometric decomposition and a flattened perspective.
The artwork depicts two women portrayed with cylindrical and spherical forms, typical of Léger’s unique interpretation of Cubism. The figures are presented in muted shades of grey, white, and black, contrasted by the vibrant background consisting of yellow, black, and white geometric patterns. The figure on the left appears seated with an abstract, almost robotic demeanor, while the central figure, with a more detailed representation of hair and facial features, holds a still life scene involving a red and brown object, possibly a vase. The overall composition maintains a balanced yet fragmented aesthetic, reflecting both mechanical and human elements in a coherent yet complex manner, emphasizing Léger’s distinctive style.
