L’Anniversaire 1953

Fernand Léger’s "L’Anniversaire" (1953) is a vibrant depiction of two women, one in red and one in blue, against an orange background. The figures are rendered with bold geometric shapes and flat areas of color, characteristic of Léger’s Cubist style. The composition features a central motif of a flower held by the blue-clad woman, suggesting themes of life, growth, and celebration. Léger's iconic style with its simplification of forms and bold, flat colors became synonymous with his artistic identity, bringing him international recognition throughout his career.