The denaturalized material. Destruction 2. 1923

Theo van Doesburg's 1923 "The denaturalized material. Destruction 2." is a prime example of De Stijl, an artistic movement emphasizing abstract form and geometric design. The artwork, a collage constructed from various materials like paper, fabric, and even newspaper clippings, utilizes a limited color palette of black, white, gray, and primary colors. The fragmented, disjointed composition highlights the influence of Cubism, while the rigid geometric forms and stark lines are characteristic of De Stijl. The juxtaposition of materials and the fragmented nature of the composition emphasize the artist's desire to disrupt traditional artistic norms and create a new visual language.