Ornament 1884 - 1952

"Ornament" is a small, intricate design by Reinier Willem Petrus de Vries, created between 1884 and 1952. The artwork is composed of a grid of black and white squares, forming a stylized tree-like shape with a small cluster of "X"s at the top. The simple geometry and stark contrast evoke a sense of order and precision, characteristic of de Vries's abstract style. This miniature piece exemplifies his exploration of pattern and structure within a limited format.