Taureau XVI 1958

Le Corbusier made this painting, "Taureau XVI," with a vibrant, almost playful approach to form and color. It’s like watching him work through an idea, trying it on for size. The textures and colors are where it really gets interesting. Some areas are thinly painted, letting the canvas breathe, while others have a thicker, more deliberate feel. See that little swirl near the middle? It’s like a tiny vortex, drawing you into the painting’s core. It feels like a casual doodle, but it's totally essential to the composition. This piece reminds me a bit of Joan Miró's playful surrealism. Both artists have this knack for blending the abstract with the figurative. Like the best art, Le Corbusier's painting feels less like a statement and more like an invitation to get lost in the possibilities of seeing.