“Leisure on red background” is a genre painting created by Fernand Léger in 1949, associated with the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement. This artwork, which has dimensions of 113 x 146 cm, is housed in the Musée National Fernand Léger in Biot, France.
The artwork depicts a vibrant scene set against a striking red background. Central to the composition are several human figures, comprising adults and children, depicted in a stylized, almost geometric manner that is characteristic of Léger’s style. The figures are rendered in bold, solid colors with strong outlines, creating a sense of depth and movement. Objects such as bicycles and plants are included, adding to the leisurely atmosphere conveyed by the scene. Despite the apparent simplicity of the forms, the arrangement of the figures and objects creates a complex and dynamic composition, evoking a sense of everyday life imbued with an abstract quality. The red background intensifies the overall sense of warmth and activity within the scene.
