“The Three Graces,” a mythological painting by Robert Delaunay, was created in 1912 using oil on canvas. This artwork, belonging to the Orphism art movement, measures 207 x 173 cm and is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork depicts three female figures, emblematic of the mythological “Three Graces” from classical antiquity, rendered in an abstract, fragmented style characteristic of Orphism. The palette features varied and vibrant hues, with a composition heavily reliant on geometric forms and color contrasts. The use of light and shadow, along with the division of forms into a mosaic-like arrangement, exemplifies Delaunay’s experimentation with color theory and abstraction. The figures blend into their surroundings, challenging the viewer’s perception and evoking a sense of dynamic motion and harmony within a chromatic symphony.
