The artwork, titled “Untitled gouache (Illustration for Tristan Tzara’s ‘Le fruit permis’),” was created by Sonia Delaunay in 1956. This piece, rendered in gouache on paper, belongs to the Orphism art movement and serves as an illustration.
The artwork comprises vibrant geometric shapes organized in a striking yet balanced composition on a white background. Central to the piece are two bold black squares, positioned adjacently, intersecting with brightly colored semi-circles and rectangles in shades of green, blue, and red. These forms create a sense of dynamic rhythm and fluidity, characteristic of Delaunay’s work in the Orphism movement, which is known for its emphasis on color and geometric abstraction. The use of primary colors and the crisp edges of the shapes evoke a modernist aesthetic, enhancing the visual impact of this piece. The overall design is minimalist yet powerful, illustrating Delaunay’s skill in creating harmony through abstraction.
