Composition 1928

Theo van Doesburg created this enigmatic composition using oil on canvas. Here, primary colors intersect with stark lines, creating a visual puzzle that echoes the alchemic symbols of old. The red square, a potent emblem of earthly passion, clashes with the serene yellow, reminiscent of spiritual enlightenment. This tension mirrors the ancient quest for balance between the material and divine. Such geometric forms remind us of the Pythagorean fascination with numbers and their mystical significance, ideas passed down through the ages, resurfacing even in the Bauhaus’s embrace of pure form. These shapes aren't merely abstract; they resonate with a deeper, collective memory, touching on our primal need to find order in chaos. In its austere beauty, this painting evokes the intense emotions of inner conflict and resolution, a timeless drama played out on a canvas of human consciousness. The cyclical nature of symbols continues to inspire new understandings of our shared human experience.