Upper Façade of House on the Hemonylaan, Amsterdam c. 1900

This graphite drawing, "Upper Façade of House on the Hemonylaan, Amsterdam", exemplifies Piet Mondrian's early interest in capturing the essence of urban landscapes. Created around 1900, it reveals Mondrian's early style, characterized by a focus on structure and form. The drawing depicts a simplified facade with a focus on geometric shapes and lines, foreshadowing his later abstract works. This piece, now housed in the Städel Museum, offers a glimpse into the development of Mondrian's artistic vision.