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

Ford Beckman (1952 - 2014)
Ford Beckman
1952 - 2014
Edward Meneeley (1927 - 2012)
Edward Meneeley
1927 - 2012
Sam Doyle (1906 - 1985)
Sam Doyle
1906 - 1985
Hale Aspacio Woodruff (1900 - 1980)
Hale Aspacio Woodruff
1900 - 1980
Ed Paschke (1939 - 2004)
Ed Paschke
1939 - 2004
Walker Evans (1903 - 1975)
Walker Evans
1903 - 1975
Gordon Onslow Ford (1912 - 2003)
Gordon Onslow Ford
1912 - 2003
Juan José Sicre (1898 - 1974)
Juan José Sicre
1898 - 1974
Elaine Marie de Kooning (1918 - 1989)
Elaine Marie de Kooning
1918 - 1989
Theodore Roszak (1907 - 1981)
Theodore Roszak
1907 - 1981
Robert Frederick Blum (1857 - 1903)
Robert Frederick Blum
1857 - 1903
Grigory Yefimovich Gluckmann (1898 - 1973)
Grigory Yefimovich Gluckmann
1898 - 1973
Gregorio Prestopino (1907 - 1984)
Gregorio Prestopino
1907 - 1984
Audrey L. Flack (1931 - 2024)
Audrey L. Flack
1931 - 2024
Joel Mesler (1974)
Joel Mesler
1974
Barnaby Furnas (1973)
Barnaby Furnas
1973

Creators Abstract art

Heinrich Petersen-Angeln (1850 - 1906)
Heinrich Petersen-Angeln
1850 - 1906
Zhu Jinshi (1954)
Zhu Jinshi
1954
Patrik Hábl (1975)
Patrik Hábl
1975
Rolf Müller-Landau (1903 - 1956)
Rolf Müller-Landau
1903 - 1956
Vladislav Mikhailovich Metelkin (1962)
Vladislav Mikhailovich Metelkin
1962
Emile Isenbart (1846 - 1921)
Emile Isenbart
1846 - 1921
Mary Bradish Titcomb (1858 - 1927)
Mary Bradish Titcomb
1858 - 1927
Carl Bantzer (1857 - 1941)
Carl Bantzer
1857 - 1941
Fedot Vasil'evich Sychkov (1870 - 1958)
Fedot Vasil'evich Sychkov
1870 - 1958
Charles Napier Hemy (1841 - 1917)
Charles Napier Hemy
1841 - 1917
Dennis Bunker (1861 - 1890)
Dennis Bunker
1861 - 1890
Jan Pieter Terwey (1883 - 1965)
Jan Pieter Terwey
1883 - 1965
Kurt Spurey (1941)
Kurt Spurey
1941
Susan Webster (1967)
Susan Webster
1967
Heinrich Brockmeier (1938)
Heinrich Brockmeier
1938
Antonio Ambrogio Alciati (1878 - 1929)
Antonio Ambrogio Alciati
1878 - 1929