The artwork titled “La cheminée,” created by Le Corbusier in 1918, is a work that embodies the Cubism art movement and falls within the landscape genre.
In the artwork, Le Corbusier presents a minimalist and geometric interpretation of a landscape. A central blocky form, likely representing a chimney, emerges distinctly from the composition. The shapes and structures are simplified, employing a color palette dominated by earthy tones: various shades of brown, yellow, and gray. The landscape appears to be abstracted into planes and forms, indicative of the Cubist method of deconstructing and reconstructing perspectives. The background, characterized by a gradient of light to darker hues, further emphasizes the solidity and muted nature of the foreground objects. The overall presentation exudes a subtle, serene atmosphere, with clean lines and subdued colors fostering a sense of calm and order.
