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Composition No. XVI, Composition 1 (Trees)
- Original dimensions
- 75 x 85.8 cm
- Museum
- Beyeler Foundation
- Year
- 1912
Scene depicted
In this canvas , Mondrian integrates a unique treatment of nature through geometric lines and bold colors. The trees, far from being merely living beings, become symbols of harmony and interaction between man and the environment. Each element of the scene is carefully arranged to create a symbiosis between abstraction and naturalism, testifying to the artist's innovative vision.
Historical context
Year: 1912 |BRK| Museum: Beyeler Foundation |BRK| Dimensions: 75 x 85.8 cm
Place in the artist's career
“Composition n° XVI, Composition 1 (Arbres)” is part of Mondrian's artistic maturity period, marked by his movement towards total abstraction. Alongside other key works such as “Broadway Boogie Woogie” and “Composition with red, yellow, and blue,” this painting illustrates a fascinating evolution of his style, blending geometric rigor and expressionism .
Anecdote
“Purity, clarity, and harmony are essential to my painting ,” said Mondrian. Inspired by a spring morning, where the rays of the sun filtered through the canopy of trees, the artist captured the essence of shapes and lines, transforming a simple landscape into a masterpiece alive. This painting draws its inspiration from the subtleties of nature, resonating with an evocative force.