“The Bird Market” is a sketch and study artwork by Fernand Léger, associated with the Purism art movement. This piece is part of the “Album X la ville” series and is housed at the Musée National Fernand Léger in Biot, France.
The artwork depicts a dynamic scene with a mix of human figures and birds. Central to the composition are prominently outlined parrots perched within a geometric framework, suggestive of a market setting. To the left, a man sits in a chair, and to the right, a woman appears engaged with a caged bird. The background is characterized by intersecting lines and abstract shapes in earthy tones of red, yellow, orange, and green, creating a sense of structure and order in keeping with the Purist style. The use of bold outlines and vibrant watercolor washes accentuates the simplicity and harmony of the composition.
