The artwork titled “Mower” was created by Kazimir Malevich between the years 1911 and 1912. Executed in oil on canvas, the piece is a distinguished example of Cubism and belongs to the artist’s “1st Peasant Cycle” series. Currently housed in the Nizhny Novgorod State Museum of Fine Arts in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, the artwork falls within the portrait genre.
The artwork depicts a male figure holding a scythe, indicative of a mower. The composition is characterized by a strong use of geometric shapes and a palette that emphasizes light and shadows, resonant with Cubist style. The figure is prominently positioned against a vibrant, patterned red background. The depiction of the form is both stylized and abstracted, reflecting the artistic movements of the early 20th century. The use of shading and color gradients effectively conveys depth, while the simplified forms capture the essence of the subject.