Maquette pour a mosaic of the crypt of the memorial at high Mardasson 

This is Fernand Léger's Maquette for a mosaic of the crypt of the memorial at high Mardasson. The visual experience is dominated by bold outlines and flat, vibrant colors. The semi-circular composition, divided into distinct segments, guides the eye across a tableau of stylized figures and symbolic elements. Léger's use of color creates an emotional response, with blues and yellows evoking serenity, while reds and oranges suggest vitality. Léger was deeply interested in the relationship between art and the modern world. Here, the mosaic blends representational and abstract forms. Figures are simplified into geometric shapes, reflecting a machine aesthetic. The open book at the centre suggests knowledge and reflection, while the figures on either side seem engaged in contemplative dialogue. Léger destabilizes traditional notions of religious art, infusing it with a modern sensibility. The heavy black outlines that define each form emphasize the structure of the composition, revealing a world where spirituality and modernity intersect. It serves as a focal point for reflection on the fusion of tradition and progress.