“The Get Away Fox,” created by Horace Pippin in 1939, belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and falls within the genre of animal painting.
The artwork captures a serene yet intriguing winter landscape, dominated by a blanket of deep snow that covers the ground and roofs of the structures. The dark sky above, streaked with patches of clouds, provides a stark contrast to the white expanse below. At the center of attention is a vibrant, reddish fox, depicted in motion, seemingly fleeing or perhaps joyfully running through the snowy terrain. Surrounding the fox, bare trees and a dark, silhouetted fence add to the mysterious ambiance of the scene. The composition’s simplicity and Pippin’s use of bold colors and sharp contrasts highlight the Naïve Art style, bringing a sense of childlike wonder and straightforward storytelling to the depiction. The meticulous attention to detail and the expressive portrayal of the fox reflect the artist’s unique perspective and talent.
