Plastic Treatment of mural painting art works of the French artist Fernand Leger

This thesis delves into the upbringing and artistic evolution of Fernand Léger, examining how his life experiences and diverse professional practices shaped his style as Léger developed a desire to create art that represents the modern industrial age while reflecting the human condition, and his experience during the World War II impelled him to infuse his art with social and political commentary. Consequently, his paintings became a reflection of the contradictions and complexities of modern society, embodying the tension between a machine-driven world and human experience. Further, this thesis explores the impact of Léger's work as an architectural draftsman on his mural paintings as said formative years laid the groundwork for his artistic development in color, form, and composition, which would become integral to his unique visual language. In addition to the provision of opportunities for collaboration with architects and designers, which led him to blur the boundaries between fine art and functional objects. Additionally, Léger's association with purism, notably influenced by architect and designer Le Corbusier, had a significant impact on his career as his work became closely linked to purism through his use of geometric shapes, clear lines, and primary colors. Moreover, his collaboration with Le Corbusier reflected their shared belief in the integration of art, design, and architecture, emphasizing simplicity and functionality. Furthermore, this thesis discusses the influence of mechanical objects on Léger's mural work during his early architectural drawings.