The artwork titled “Red Figure,” created by Kazimir Malevich in 1928, is an oil painting on canvas measuring 30 by 23 cm. This piece is a part of the Neo-Suprematism art movement and belongs to the “2nd Peasant Cycle” series. As a portrait genre, it exemplifies Malevich’s distinguished abstract style.
In the artwork, a singular red figure stands prominently against a backdrop rich with geometric and abstract forms. The figure, devoid of intricate details, exudes a powerful and enigmatic presence. The background is composed of dynamic, angular shapes and contrasting colors, with bold diagonal blue and white stripes in the upper portion, a yellow horizontal band, and an interplay of dark and earthy tones. The green foreground provides a stark contrast to the vibrant red of the figure. The composition evokes a sense of solitude and contemplation, typical of Malevich’s explorations within Neo-Suprematism.
