Table Still-life with Armchair 1934

"Table Still-life with Armchair" (1934) by Hungarian artist Lajos Vajda exemplifies his signature style of simplified, geometric forms. The stark black and white drawing depicts a table laden with everyday objects: a bottle, a knife, a glass, and a small pot. These objects are rendered with bold, confident lines, creating a sense of immediacy and energy. The piece captures the essence of Vajda's artistic vision, which favored abstraction and expressive linework over naturalistic detail. While the subject matter is commonplace, Vajda elevates it through his unique perspective, resulting in a compelling and enduring still-life.