Two Figures, naked on red bottom 1923

Fernand Léger’s “Two Figures, naked on red bottom” (1923) is a prime example of his Cubist style. The work features two nude figures, rendered in bold geometric shapes and stark black and white against a vibrant red background, a signature stylistic choice for Léger. This painting demonstrates Léger’s interest in the human form and the simplification of natural forms into abstract, mechanical elements. Léger's Cubist style emphasizes the interplay of planes and volumes, and the simplified figures create a sense of movement and energy.