Study for the Creation of the World 1924

This 1924 study by Fernand Léger, titled "Study for the Creation of the World," showcases the artist's Cubist approach. The black and white figure, with its geometric, fragmented forms, evokes a sense of movement and dynamism, a hallmark of Léger's style. The stark contrast of black and white, along with the simplified forms, underscores the artist's fascination with machine aesthetics and industrial modernity. This piece, now housed in the Musee National Fernand Leger in Biot, France, offers a glimpse into the creative process of one of the 20th century's most celebrated artists.