The artwork entitled “Two Women with Poppies” was created by Francis Picabia between 1942 and 1944. Executed in oil on cardboard, this piece is representative of the Kitsch movement and is categorized within the genre of nude painting (nu). Measuring 105 by 75 centimeters, the artwork is presently held in a private collection.
“Two Women with Poppies” depicts two nude female figures positioned closely together. One woman, standing prominently in the foreground, raises her arm above her head, a gesture exposing her torso. She wears a relaxed expression, her lips parted slightly. To her side, another woman can be seen, partially obscured as she appears to be adjusting or tying a garment around the first woman’s body. This interaction imparts a sense of intimacy and cooperation between them. Surrounding the figures are vibrantly colored poppies, which introduce an element of natural beauty and contrast against the darkness of the background. The careful rendering of light and shadow on the figures accentuates their forms, drawing attention to their sensual curves and the overall composition of the piece. The artist’s signature style is evident in the meticulous detail and the evocative, warm color palette.
