Devils Sawing a Sinner (1914) by Kazimir Malevich

Devils Sawing a Sinner - Kazimir Malevich - 1914

Artwork Information

TitleDevils Sawing a Sinner
ArtistKazimir Malevich
Date1914
Art MovementNaïve Art (Primitivism)

About Devils Sawing a Sinner

“Devils Sawing a Sinner,” created in 1914 by Kazimir Malevich, is an artwork belonging to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement. This piece is classified as a poster.

The artwork depicts an unsettling scene rendered in a primitive and direct style characteristic of Naïve Art. Two demonic figures, apparently devils, are depicted in the act of sawing a sinner in half using a large saw. The stark black silhouettes against a light background emphasize the brutal and grotesque nature of the act, reflecting the themes of sin and punishment. The illustration’s simplicity in form and composition draws attention to the narrative conveyed by the stark imagery, evoking a sense of horror and moral admonishment. The overall atmosphere of the artwork is dark and grim, befitting the subject matter.

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