Projet pour un mural 1924

This is Fernand Léger’s *Projet pour un mural*. The composition consists of a series of vertical and horizontal rectangles in a palette of red, green, black and white. The forms are not representational; instead, they convey an almost architectural sense of structure and balance. Léger’s work after World War I reflected the post-war need to rebuild and emphasized a sense of order and mechanical precision. This aesthetic embraced the modern industrial world, drawing inspiration from the machine age. His paintings often use simplified, geometric forms and bold colors to create dynamic and rhythmic compositions. In this context, the rectangles can be seen as modular elements, building blocks that suggest potential for expansion and growth. The mural itself serves as a surface upon which Léger experiments with the interplay between form, color, and space. It's a structured exploration of how abstract elements can harmonize. The design becomes a kind of visual language that communicates a sense of modernity and construction.