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Composition No. 10 (Jetty and Ocean)
- Original dimensions
- 108 x 85 cm
- Museum
- Kröller-Müller Museum
- Year
- 1915
Scene depicted
This painting presents an abstract interpretation of a jetty facing the ocean, where straight lines and blocks of color meet to evoke the encounter between sky and water. Mondrian brilliantly uses horizontal and vertical lines to structure the space, imitating natural rhythms, while balancing between order and freedom, creating a visual dance that invites the viewer to silent contemplation.
Historical context
Year: 1915 |BRK| Museum: Kröller-Müller Museum |BRK| Dimensions: 108 x 85 cm
Place in the artist's career
"Composition No. 10 (Jetty and Ocean)" stands at the pinnacle of Mondrian's career, marking a period of exceptional artistic maturity. This canvas dialogues with other works such as "Broadway Boogie Woogie" and "Composition with Red, Blue, and Yellow," where the evolution of his style towards a more radical abstraction and his quest for harmony are revealed, testifying to a unique journey towards artistic purity.
Anecdote
"Simplicity is the key to greatness." This phrase from Mondrian resonates like a mantra as he painted this canvas in the heart of a spring peace, enveloped by the soft light of a sunny morning. Drawing inspiration from geometric shapes and the harmony of colors, he managed to capture the soul of maritime landscapes, both vibrant and soothing, while allowing an intense creative impulse to shine through.