The artwork titled “Man On A Bench” is a 1946 oil painting on canvas created by Horace Pippin. It belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and is considered a genre painting. This notable piece is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork depicts a man sitting on a red bench within a park setting. The man is portrayed wearing a brown coat, grey trousers, and a cap, suggesting a scene from everyday life, which is a signature of Pippin’s genre painting style. Behind the man, a forest with trees full of autumnal leaves provides a rich, textured background. To the right, a small white dog can be seen playing in the distance, adding a subtle touch of dynamism to the serene setting. The use of vivid colors and simple, yet evocative, composition aligns with the principles of Naïve Art.
