“The artwork, titled ‘Athlete,’ was created by William H. Johnson in the year 1940. It belongs to the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and is classified under the genre of portraiture.
In ‘Athlete,’ the subject depicted is a muscular individual seated on a yellow chair, exuding a sense of strength and resilience. The figure is adorned in a white tank top and patterned trousers, positioned against a backdrop rendered in earthy tones and greens. The artist’s technique features bold, expressive lines and vibrant colors. The visage of the athlete is introspective, with stark contrasts highlighting the contours of the face and body, encapsulating the essence of the Primitivism movement in its raw and emotive portrayal.”
