Composition 1923

Janos Mattis-Teutsch created this artwork, "Composition", with oil paint, focusing on geometric abstractions. The convergence of geometric shapes, dominated by yellows and reds, suggests a symbolic language rooted in early 20th-century expressionism. The sharp angles and vivid colors might evoke a sense of inner turmoil and the chaotic nature of modernity. We observe the interplay between the shapes and how they evoke feelings of unease. Like a medieval danse macabre, these compositions speak to an underlying human condition. Think of similar shapes in Piet Mondrian's work, or the angular forms in works by the Futurists. These artists convey intense emotional states, each seeking to capture something fundamental about the human spirit. This geometric language, though abstract, taps into our collective memory. "Composition" isn't just an arrangement of shapes; it is a modern echo of ancient allegories, continually resurfacing and adapting across time.