Composition XXI 1923

Theo van Doesburg’s "Composition XXI" is a prime example of De Stijl, an art movement that championed geometric abstraction. Created in 1923, the painting features a grid of rectangles in primary colors and black, arranged on a white background. The composition is characterized by its stark simplicity and its emphasis on the relationships between lines, shapes, and colors. Van Doesburg's signature style, with its strong horizontal and vertical lines, reflects the movement’s belief in order and harmony.