Black Men 1940

cyprianmajernik

figurative

abstract painting

possibly oil pastel

fluid art

acrylic on canvas

underpainting

paint stroke

painting painterly

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

watercolor

"Black Men" is a 1940 oil painting by Slovak artist Cyprián Majerník. The painting depicts three Black men standing in front of a sunset, each holding a shield and a spear. The figures are rendered in a stylized, almost primitive manner, emphasizing their forms and the decorative details of their shields and headdresses. The painting reflects Majerník’s interest in exploring the diverse cultures of the world and capturing the beauty of their traditions.