Piet Mondrian was a Dutch artist who played a pivotal role in the development of abstract art, particularly in the style known as De Stijl. He was born on March 7, 1872, in Amersfoort, Netherlands, and passed away on February 1, 1944, in New York City, United States.Mondrian initially started as a landscape painter and was influenced by the natural world. However, over time, he began to simplify his compositions, reducing them to basic geometric shapes and primary colors. This transition marked the beginnings of his distinctive style.In 1917, Mondrian co-founded the De Stijl movement along with fellow artists and architects, including Theo van Doesburg. De Stijl, meaning "The Style" in Dutch, aimed to achieve a universal visual language through abstraction, focusing on pure forms and colors. Mondrian's work became synonymous with the movement, and he became one of its leading figures.Mondrian's most iconic works are his compositions of black lines and primary colors filling rectangular grids. These paintings, often referred to as "Neo-Plasticism" or "The Mondrian Grid," reflect his belief in the spiritual harmony and universal order that could be achieved through abstraction and simplicity.In 1938, Mondrian moved to London to escape the increasing political tensions in Europe. He eventually settled in New York City in 1940, where he spent the last years of his life. During this period, he continued to refine his style and produced some of his most renowned works.Piet Mondrian's influence on modern art and design has been profound. His approach to abstraction and the use of primary colors and geometric forms had a lasting impact on artists and designers of the 20th century and beyond. His work continues to be celebrated and exhibited in major museums and galleries worldwide.
Measures 6.3 x 9
Verso is blank.
Mounted to archival quality paper.