The artwork named “Gardener,” created by Kazimir Malevich in 1911, is a piece rendered in gouache on paper. It is a portrait measuring 91 x 70 cm and is recognized as part of the Fauvism art movement. This artwork is currently housed in the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
In “Gardener,” Kazimir Malevich employs a striking palette dominated by vibrant yellows, reds, and greens to depict a figure deeply engaged in gardening activities. The figure, garbed in voluminous, brightly colored clothing, is captured in the midst of tending to the earth with a shovel. The expressive use of color and form characteristic of Fauvism is evident as the vibrant hues and bold brushstrokes invoke a sense of dynamic motion and vitality in the scene. Plants and potted greenery surround the central figure, further emphasizing the gardener’s connection to the natural world. The juxtaposition of bright, seemingly random patches of color showcases Malevich’s exploration of the emotional impact of pure color and his break from realistic representation toward abstraction.