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Portrait of Martha Frieda de Fries (1893-...)
- Original dimensions
- 45 x 57 cm
- Museum
- Not specified
- Year
- 1924
Scene depicted
In this pictorial work, Piet Mondrian captures the essence of Martha Frieda, her gaze full of mystery, like an open window to inner emotions. The painting unfolds in a harmony of clean lines and carefully chosen colors, making every detail an invitation to contemplation and reflection.
Historical context
Year: 1924 |BRK| Museum: Not specified |BRK| Dimensions: 45 x 57 cm
Place in the artist's career
Portrait of Martha Frieda de Fries (1893-...) represents a pivotal moment in the artistic evolution of Mondrian . Situated between his early explorations of cubism and his commitment to pure abstraction, this piece testifies to his relentless search for balance. Compared to Composition in Red, Yellow and Blue and Broadway Boogie Woogie , this one adds a human dimension to his fascinating abstractions.
Anecdote
“Light is the very essence of the painting, what it must always retain.” In this quest for authenticity, Mondrian drew his inspiration on a radiant morning, as he observed the delicate play of shadows on the face of his muse, Martha Frieda de Fries. Each brushstroke then becomes a vibration, a resonance of this clarity that floods the painting.