Composition with red, black, yellow, blue, and gray
- Original dimensions
- 39 x 50.1 cm
- Museum
- Not specified
- Year
- 1922
Scene depicted
This painting illustrates Mondrian 's passion for the harmony of colors and shapes. The rectangles and lines intertwine, creating a vibrant dialogue between color and structure. By its essence, the canvas transcends simple abstraction, becoming a composition where each element finds its place in the universe of art.
Historical context
Year: 1922 |BRK| Museum: Not specified |BRK| Dimensions: 39 x 50.1 cm
Place in the artist's career
Composition with red, black, yellow, blue, and gray is situated at a decisive turning point in Mondrian 's career. This masterpiece represents the peak of his visual exploration, comparable to his previous painting “Broadway Boogie Woogie” and “Composition in red, blue, and yellow,” thus marking a revolution in his technique and artistic expression.
Anecdote
“Simplicity is the key to depth.” Let’s imagine Mondrian , one spring morning in Paris, observing the light filtering through the windows, inspiring his shapes and colors. The evocative power of Composition with red, black, yellow, blue, and gray evokes this quest for balance in a changing world.