Artwork
Woman with cat
Woman with cat is an oil painting by Fernand Léger. It dates from 1921 and is held in the collection of the Hamburger Kunsthalle.
About this work
Overview
Woman with cat is a 1921 oil painting by Fernand Léger, held at the Hamburger Kunsthalle.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a woman seated with a black cat on her lap, rendered in a simplified, cubist style that emphasizes geometric forms and bold lines. The calm atmosphere suggests a serene, introspective mood.
Technique & Style
Léger's use of bold lines and geometric shapes creates a sense of depth, while the woman's body is composed of smooth, curved forms. The background features abstract shapes and colors, predominantly white and yellow, contributing to the overall calm effect.
Artist & collection
Artist
Joseph Fernand Henri Léger was a French painter, sculptor, and filmmaker. In his early works he created a personal form of cubism which he gradually modified into a more figurative, populist style. His boldly simplified…
