Dessin de guerre c. 1915

"Dessin de Guerre," created around 1915 by Fernand Léger, exemplifies the Cubist style. This drawing, rendered in black ink and white gouache on paper, depicts a dynamic composition of fragmented geometric shapes, echoing the chaotic nature of war. Léger, a key figure in early 20th-century modern art, used Cubism to explore the fragmented and mechanized aspects of modern life, making it a prominent theme in his work. The geometric forms in the drawing suggest a mechanized object, possibly a weapon or machine, reflecting the artist's observation of the industrialization and technological advancements of the time. "Dessin de Guerre" serves as a potent commentary on the impact of the First World War on art and society.