Composition 1917 - 1918

"Composition" (1917-1918) by Theo van Doesburg exemplifies the principles of De Stijl, a Dutch artistic movement that embraced geometric abstraction. This painting is characterized by its use of primary colors (black, white, and brown) and straight lines to create a balanced and harmonious composition. The artist's deliberate arrangement of these elements creates an interplay between positive and negative spaces, generating a sense of dynamism and rhythm. Van Doesburg's work is known for its emphasis on pure form and its rejection of representational imagery.