In free time - 1922


Size (cm): 75x60
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Description

Alice Bailly, an emblematic figure of Swiss art and a pioneer in the exploration of new forms and techniques in the early twentie It is a clear testimony of its ability to merge elements of Cubism and futurism creating compositions that challenge the traditional conventions of the art of its time.

The painting presents a deeply dynamic scene, although apparently simple. Two female figures are in the center of the composition, immersed in the activity described by the title: enjoy their free time. The disposition of the figures, one in a state of rest and the other inclined towards it, suggests an intimate conversation or a moment of shared relaxation. Communication between the characters, although subtle, emanates a palpable atmosphere of tranquility and human connection.

Bailly uses a vibrant and contrasting palette that highlights its color manipulation capacity to generate sensations. The blue, green and pink tones predominate in the scene, juxtaposed so that they create a constant visual vibration, giving the work a feeling of movement and vivacity, even in a context of rest. This use of color, typical in many of his works, is a reflection of his influence of both Cubism and European modernism, movements that played a fundamental role in the evolution of their style.

The composition of the painting is equally intriguing. Although human forms are recognizable, Bailly breaks them down and reconstitutes them in their singular cubist style. The lines and angles that define the female figures and the environment, evoke a fragmentation of the space that, instead of distanceing the viewer, invites him to explore it more thoroughly, to mentally rebuild the forms and to actively participate in the visual experience he proposes The artist.

An important element to notice is how Bailly moves away from realistic details to favor a more abstract and emotional vision. The absence of a defined context allows the characters and their interactions to become the central focus, which emphasizes the universality of the concept of free time. This minimalist approach in the context but intense in the figures is a characteristic that defines Bailly's work and distinguishes it from his contemporaries.

Alice Bailly's career was marked by constant innovation and remarkable rejection of beating in a single artistic current. His works, as in free time, reveal their ability to absorb and reinterpret the influences of their artistic and cultural environment, creating pieces that are deep in meaning and technique rich. The way he plays with perception and reality demonstrates his technical domain and his singular vision, which continues to resonate with the modern spectator.

In conclusion, in free time it is a powerful sample of Alice Bailly's mastery to capture the essence of human experience through a prism of artistic innovation. His ability to intertwine color, shape and emotion in a harmonious composition is a testimony of his prominent place in art history. The work not only invites aesthetic contemplation, but also proposes a reflection on the simplicity and depth of shared time.

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