The Boulevard 1911

"The Boulevard" (1911) by Gino Severini, a leading figure in the Italian Futurist movement, exemplifies the dynamism and geometric abstraction of the artistic style. Severini, born in 1883, aimed to capture the energy and motion of modern life in his paintings. The work depicts a bustling urban scene, fragmented into bold geometric shapes and vibrant colors, conveying the sense of movement and speed associated with the city. The fragmented composition and use of geometric forms are a hallmark of Futurism, creating a visual echo of the rapid pace and fragmentation of modern life.