Figure 

Jean David, born in Bulgaria in 1908, made this work, titled 'Figure', with unknown materials at an unknown date. It is an intriguing work. David’s geometric abstraction of the human figure owes a debt to cubism, but also carries references to other artistic traditions. Made in a time of shifting cultural values, the figure is presented without direct reference to prevailing social norms. The simplified forms and ghostly blues lend it an aura of detachment, even of defiance. The figure avoids idealization. Instead, it evokes the complex relationship between art and society, prompting viewers to question established perceptions of beauty and representation. David's work invites us to consider the tension between the individual and the collective, and the role of art in challenging conventional forms. Through careful investigation of the artist’s life and the cultural context in which he worked, we gain a richer understanding of how art reflects and shapes the world around us.