Apple Tree, Pointillist Version 1908 - 1909

"Apple Tree, Pointillist Version" (1908-1909) by Piet Mondrian showcases the artist's early exploration of pointillism and his transition towards abstraction. The painting features a stylized apple tree with a thick black trunk and branches rendered with short, distinct brushstrokes. The background is composed of numerous small, colorful dots creating a vibrant, dynamic surface that evokes the atmosphere of a blooming orchard. This artwork marks a key moment in Mondrian's artistic development, demonstrating his fascination with color, light, and the simplification of natural forms.