The artwork titled “In the cemetery” was created by Kazimir Malevich in 1911. Executed in pencil on paper, the piece is a representative work of the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement. This genre painting measures 15.2 x 17 cm and portrays a poignant scene rendered with simplicity and directness characteristic of Primitivism.
The artwork depicts a cemetery scene with two figures, a man and a woman, engaged in an apparent act of mourning. The man stands solemnly, holding his hat in his hand, gazing towards the woman and the two small coffins at their feet. The woman is depicted kneeling, hands clasped in a gesture of prayer or despair. The background shows crosses and a subdued landscape, emphasizing the somber tone of the moment. The use of pencil allows for a detailed yet unembellished portrayal, aligning with the Naïve Art movement’s focus on simple, direct visual language.
