Harlequin 1917

"Harlequin" is a 1917 painted construction by the Spanish Cubist artist Juan Gris. The sculpture is assembled from painted cardboard and wood, creating a geometric, abstract figure that suggests a human form. The piece exemplifies Gris's interest in the simplification of form and the exploration of color relationships. Gris's work is considered a crucial element in the development of Cubism, and "Harlequin" reflects his artistic evolution during the movement's later phases.