The artwork titled “Three Characters” was created by Fernand Léger in 1924, and is associated with the Cubism art movement. The artwork falls under the genre of portraiture.
In the artwork, three human-like figures are portrayed in a stylized manner, characteristic of Cubism. The figures are rendered with geometric simplifications, emphasizing rounded forms and volumes. The central figure, positioned slightly forward, is flanked by two others who appear to lend support with physical gestures, highlighting a sense of unity and solidarity. The composition is imbued with a robotic, almost machine-like aesthetic, as evidenced by the segmented, cylindrical limbs and smooth, mechanized expressions of the characters. The color palette is subdued, relying predominantly on earthy tones and muted shades to unify the forms and create a harmonious visual effect. Each character holds an object, likely symbolic, adding layers of potential interpretation to the visual narrative.
