Club de Centre Rural: Perspective Sketch

Le Corbusier

Created:
Movement:
1943
Modernism
key Notes:
Architectural abstraction, geometric composition.
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Dimensions:
16.2 × 21 cm (6 3/8 × 8 1/4 in.)
medium:
Ink on laid paper
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

"Club de Centre Rural: Perspective Sketch" is a work by the Swiss-French architect and painter Le Corbusier, who was a pivotal figure in modern architecture. The painting is part of Le Corbusier's broader exploration of architectural concepts and urban planning. It reflects his interest in integrating nature and community within architectural design. The sketch likely served as a preliminary study for a rural community center, emphasizing functionality and harmony with the environment. Le Corbusier's use of perspective in this work illustrates his innovative approach to spatial organization and visual representation. The exact date of creation remains unspecified, but it aligns with his active period in the early to mid-20th century, during which he developed many of his key architectural theories. This work exemplifies his commitment to modernist principles and his vision for communal living spaces.

Description of the work:

"Club de Centre Rural: Perspective Sketch" by Le Corbusier is a work executed in ink on laid paper, showcasing the artist's architectural vision. The composition features a dynamic interplay of geometric forms, characterized by clean lines and a structured layout. The use of perspective creates a sense of depth, guiding the viewer's eye through the proposed space. The sketch emphasizes functional elements, indicative of Le Corbusier's modernist principles, while also integrating organic shapes that suggest a harmonious relationship with the surrounding environment. The ink application varies in density, contributing to the overall contrast and highlighting specific architectural features. The absence of color directs focus to the form and structure, underscoring the clarity of Le Corbusier's design intentions. This work exemplifies the artist's commitment to integrating architecture with social functionality, reflecting his broader vision for communal spaces.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Club de Centre Rural: Perspective Sketch