The artwork titled “Brawler,” created by Kazimir Malevich in 1913, is a pencil and paper study associated with the Constructivism movement. It measures 27 by 21 centimeters and falls under the genre of sketch and study. This piece is currently housed in the St. Petersburg State Museum of Theater and Music in Saint Petersburg, Russia.
The artwork depicts a figure with geometric abstraction, embodying a stylized human form. The figure is distinguished by a prominent blue torso and head, contrasted with a red lower limb and a partially shaded black arm and tunic. The composition is minimalist yet firm, using bold primary colors juxtaposed with the simplicity of pencil outlines. This study reflects the Constructivist ethos, emphasizing the use of geometric shapes and limited color palette to convey form and movement. The figure’s pose and the overall aesthetic suggest a dynamic energy, resonating with the era’s experimental approaches to visual representation in art.