“Peasant in the Fields,” created in 1929 by Kazimir Malevich, is an oil painting on wood that belongs to the Neo-Suprematism art movement. Categorized as a portrait, this artwork is part of the “2nd Peasant Cycle” series.
The artwork depicts a stylized figure of a peasant standing in a geometrically abstract field. The figure, central in the composition, is portrayed with simplified and elongated forms emphasizing strong vertical and diagonal lines. The use of vibrant colors and geometric shapes in the background creates a dynamic pattern, suggesting an abstraction of agricultural fields. Dominant colors include shades of blue, red, yellow, and green, contributing to the piece’s vivid and modernist aesthetic. The peasant’s form, outlined in stark black, contrasts sharply with the colorful backdrop, underscoring Malevich’s focus on form and color typical of Neo-Suprematism.
