Melancholy Highwaymen 1935 - 1936

Mikuláš Galanda's "Melancholy Highwaymen" (1935-1936) is a powerful depiction of four figures rendered in a simplified, Cubist style. The figures, drawn in a reddish-brown hue on a cream background, are rendered in geometric forms, showcasing the artist's interest in the avant-garde movements of the 20th century. The figures appear to be intertwined and overlapping, creating a sense of unease and isolation that is central to the work's theme of melancholy. Galanda, known for his exploration of human emotions and the human condition, produced this work during a prolific period in his career, shortly before his untimely death in 1938.