Piet Mondrian (1872 - 1944) - photo 1

Piet Mondrian

Pieter Cornelis Mondriaan, later known as Piet Mondrian, was a Dutch painter and art theoretician, whose transformation from figurative art to an abstract modernist style revolutionized the visual arts landscape of the 20th century. Born on March 7, 1872, in Amersfoort, Netherlands, and passing away on February 1, 1944, in New York, Mondrian's journey in art began in a devoutly Calvinist home where both art and music were encouraged. His early works were influenced by his surroundings, featuring landscapes in an Impressionist manner, but it was his shift to Paris in 1911 that marked the beginning of his profound evolution towards abstraction​​​​.

Mondrian co-founded the De Stijl art movement, aiming to achieve a universal aesthetic through the simplification of visual elements to their essentials: straight lines, right angles, primary colors, and the use of black, white, and gray. This reductionist approach, termed Neoplasticism, was Mondrian's contribution to creating 'universal beauty'. His philosophy extended beyond the canvas, influencing architecture, design, and fashion, encapsulating the modernist ideal and becoming synonymous with Modernism itself​​.

Some of Mondrian's notable works, such as "Composition with Red, Blue, and Yellow" and "Broadway Boogie Woogie", exemplify his revolutionary style, characterized by an economy of color and a rigorously abstract geometry that aimed to express the dynamic equilibrium of universal forces. These masterpieces, along with his theoretical writings, left a lasting impact on the course of abstract painting and several major art movements including Color Field painting, Abstract Expressionism, and Minimalism​​​​.

Mondrian's art is celebrated in museums and galleries worldwide, notably at the Gemeentemuseum Den Haag and the Museum of Modern Art in New York, where his evolution from figuration to geometric abstraction continues to inspire and captivate audiences. His commitment to exploring the spiritual in art through a radical simplification of form and color has cemented his legacy as one of the pioneers of 20th-century abstract art​​​​.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Mondrian's works represent not just significant artistic achievements but also pivotal moments in the history of modern art. His influence extends far beyond his own creations, shaping the development of modern aesthetics in numerous fields. If you're intrigued by Mondrian's vision of harmony and order through abstraction, we invite you to sign up for updates. This subscription will keep you informed about new product sales and auction events related to Mondrian's work, ensuring you stay connected to the ever-evolving world of art and design inspired by this iconic figure.

Date and place of birt:7 march 1872, Amersfoort, The Netherlands
Date and place of death:1 february 1944, New York City, USA
Nationality:USA, The Netherlands
Period of activity: XIX, XX century
Specialization:Artist, Painter
Art school / group:De Stijl, School of Paris, Société des artistes indépendants
Genre:Allegory, Landscape painting, Portrait, Self-portrait, Still life
Art style:Abstract art, Degenerate art, Impressionism, Post-Impressionism

Creators USA

Jo Baer (1929)
Jo Baer
1929
Valerie Jaudon (1945)
Valerie Jaudon
1945
Robert Barry (1936)
Robert Barry
1936
Nancy Rubins (1952)
Nancy Rubins
1952
Karl Struss (1886 - 1981)
Karl Struss
1886 - 1981
Arthur Polonsky (1925 - 2019)
Arthur Polonsky
1925 - 2019
James Abbott McNeill Whistler (1834 - 1903)
James Abbott McNeill Whistler
1834 - 1903
Howard McCalebb (1947)
Howard McCalebb
1947
Adam Pendleton (1984)
Adam Pendleton
1984
Charles Christian Nahl (1818 - 1878)
Charles Christian Nahl
1818 - 1878
Edward Ruscha (1937)
Edward Ruscha
1937
Ellen von Unwerth (1954)
Ellen von Unwerth
1954
William Dunlap (1766 - 1839)
William Dunlap
1766 - 1839
Albert Bierstadt (1830 - 1902)
Albert Bierstadt
1830 - 1902
Louis Faurer (1916 - 2001)
Louis Faurer
1916 - 2001
Edward Savage (1761 - 1817)
Edward Savage
1761 - 1817

Creators Abstract art

Anatolii Nikolaevich Shipov (1929 - 1986)
Anatolii Nikolaevich Shipov
1929 - 1986
Hans Gleissner (1880 - 1935)
Hans Gleissner
1880 - 1935
Artur Schellenberger (1888 - 1957)
Artur Schellenberger
1888 - 1957
Salah Taher (1911 - 2007)
Salah Taher
1911 - 2007
Lovis Corint (1858 - 1925)
Lovis Corint
1858 - 1925
Stavros Kanzikis (1885 - 1958)
Stavros Kanzikis
1885 - 1958
Milton Resnick (1917 - 2004)
Milton Resnick
1917 - 2004
Petr Ignatevich Bromirskii (1886 - 1919)
Petr Ignatevich Bromirskii
1886 - 1919
Jozsef Ripple-Ronai (1861 - 1927)
Jozsef Ripple-Ronai
1861 - 1927
Jules Olitski (1922 - 2007)
Jules Olitski
1922 - 2007
Anna Vogel (1981)
Anna Vogel
1981
Friedrich Wachenhusen (1859 - 1925)
Friedrich Wachenhusen
1859 - 1925
Irma Nesch (1894 - 1970)
Irma Nesch
1894 - 1970
Fuller Potter (1910 - 1990)
Fuller Potter
1910 - 1990
Werner Pfeiffer (1937)
Werner Pfeiffer
1937
Stanisław Wyspiański (1869 - 1907)
Stanisław Wyspiański
1869 - 1907
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