The artwork, titled “On the Boulevard,” is a portrait created by Kazimir Malevich using gouache on paper. This piece is classified under the Fauvism art movement and measures 72 by 71 centimeters. It is currently housed in the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
The artwork depicts a vibrant boulevard scene, characterized by bright, expressive colors, a hallmark of Fauvism. Trees populate the foreground, framing various figures engaged in leisurely activities such as sitting on benches and strolling along the paths. The use of bold, unmodulated colors and visible brushstrokes adds a sense of immediacy and dynamism, capturing the lively atmosphere of the boulevard. The palette’s vivid hues infuse the scene with a sense of joy and spontaneity, reflecting the Fauvist emphasis on emotional resonance and visual intensity.