Composition en noir et jaune 1942

"Composition en noir et jaune" (1942) is a quintessential example of Fernand Léger's abstract style. Created during World War II, the painting employs bold, geometric shapes in a vibrant palette of black, yellow, red, blue, and white. Léger's signature use of contrasting colors and simplified forms creates a dynamic and energetic composition. The work embodies the artist's fascination with the beauty of everyday objects, which he transformed into a unique visual language. This work exemplifies his later period, characterized by a bolder, more simplified style and a focus on color and form.