The artwork, titled “New York,” was created by the artist Fernand Léger in 1944. This piece belongs to the Purism art movement and depicts a cityscape within dimensions of 21.5 x 14 cm. It is currently housed at Château de Blérancourt in Blérancourt, France.
The artwork features a vibrant and abstract representation of a cityscape, characterized by a dynamic interplay of geometric shapes and bold colors. Dominated by red vertical stripes on the left and right edges, the composition is centered around a blue rectangular block adorned with white patterns, possibly symbolizing a building or a city grid. The background is a mix of yellow, blue, and red areas interspersed with black outlines, depicting various architectural elements and forms. Black, cloud-like forms and swirls are present, adding to the sense of movement and rhythm within the artwork. The entire composition conveys an energetic, almost industrial atmosphere, reflective of the bustling nature of New York City.
