The artwork titled “Study for The City,” created by Robert Delaunay between 1909 and 1910, exemplifies the Orphism art movement and belongs to the genre of cityscape.
“Study for The City” showcases an abstract representation of an urban environment. Through the interplay of complex geometric forms and a dynamic palette of blues, purples, and greens, Delaunay constructs a multifaceted depiction of urban architecture. The buildings are rendered with a fractured perspective, emphasizing the rhythmic and fragmented nature of modern city life. The varied use of light and shadow throughout the composition suggests a harmonious yet chaotic urban landscape, typical of Orphist exploration of color and form.
