Le Repos des Gens du Cirque 1930

"Le Repos des Gens du Cirque" (1930) by Camille Bombois depicts a scene of leisure outside of a circus caravan. The painting, created by a self-taught artist, captures a moment of rest for the performers. Bombois, a French painter who became associated with the Naïve art movement, is known for his vibrant colors and simple depictions of everyday scenes. The work captures the spirit of communal life and the stark contrast between the busy world of the circus and the quiet moment of leisure. The composition, filled with figures resting and playing, gives a sense of intimacy.