Composition with Raster 6: Result, Composition with Colors
- Original dimensions
- 49 x 49 cm
- Museum
- Kröller-Müller museum
- Year
- 1919
Scene depicted
In this canvas , Mondrian develops a dynamic structure through sharp lines and blocks of color, illustrating his bold exploration of abstraction. Through geometry and plays of light, he manages to create a dialogue between forms, an orchestrated interaction of primary harmonies and calculated imbalances, all while never relinquishing aesthetic purity.
Historical context
Year: 1919 |BRK| Museum: Kröller-Müller museum |BRK| Dimensions: 49 x 49 cm
Place in the artist's career
This canvas represents a pivotal period in Mondrian's career. It is a highlight of his style, where he merges artistic theory and pictorial practice. In parallel, his works Composition in red, blue and yellow and Broadway Boogie Woogie testify to his evolution towards an increasingly rigorous and systematic abstraction.
Anecdote
"Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication." In this quote, Mondrian summarizes his aspiration to capture the essence of reality through his stripped-down compositions. Deep in thought, he settles in a quiet street in Amsterdam one spring morning, inspired by the soft light filtering through the trees. This painting reflects this quest for serenity and structure.