The artwork entitled “We went from the Kovno” is a poster created by Kazimir Malevich in 1914. This piece reflects the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement.
The artwork portrays a simplified and stylized figure of a man dressed in a red tunic, blue trousers, and black boots riding a white horse. The man, who appears solemn and composed, holds a long lance in his right hand while extending his left hand forward. Behind him, a vivid landscape unfolds, characterized by gentle rolling hills dotted with small green plants and outlined with minimalistic lines. Above the hills, a bright red structure, possibly a castle or fort, stands under a sky filled with a range of hues from deep blue to light blue, adorned with fluffy clouds and soaring birds. This depiction exemplifies the naive style through its use of bold colors, simplified shapes, and lack of intricate details. The composition exudes a sense of straightforwardness and earnestness, characteristic of the Primitivist approach Malevich adopted during this period.