The artwork, titled “Maquette pour a mosaic of the crypt of the memorial at high Mardasson,” is a design piece created by Fernand Léger. It is associated with the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and is currently housed in the Musée National Fernand Léger in Biot, France.
This particular artwork is characterized by its vibrant and bold use of color. The design is housed within a semi-circular arch, featuring a series of abstract and stylized figures. These figures are rendered in various hues, including blues, yellows, reds, and greens, creating a dynamic and visually engaging composition. At the center of the artwork, within the arch, there is an open book surrounded by a rosary-like circle, containing the inscription “IHS.” The surrounding figures appear to be in various contemplative or celebratory poses, contributing to the thematic depth of the piece. The lines are clean, and the forms are simplified, typifying Léger’s unique style within the Naïve Art movement.
