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

Louise Cox (1865 - 1945)
Louise Cox
1865 - 1945
Paul László (1900 - 1993)
Paul László
1900 - 1993
Jean Royère (1902 - 1981)
Jean Royère
1902 - 1981
Onorio Ruotolo (1888 - 1966)
Onorio Ruotolo
1888 - 1966
Ron Nagle (1939)
Ron Nagle
1939
Pierre Chareau (1883 - 1950)
Pierre Chareau
1883 - 1950
Lloyd Wright (1890 - 1978)
Lloyd Wright
1890 - 1978
Janet Fish (1938)
Janet Fish
1938
James Rosati (1911 - 1988)
James Rosati
1911 - 1988
John Frederick Peto (1854 - 1907)
John Frederick Peto
1854 - 1907
Carl Paul Jennewein (1890 - 1978)
Carl Paul Jennewein
1890 - 1978
Thomas Downing (1928 - 1985)
Thomas Downing
1928 - 1985
Christopher Wilmarth (1943 - 1987)
Christopher Wilmarth
1943 - 1987
Leonid Berman (1896 - 1976)
Leonid Berman
1896 - 1976
Thomas Calloway Lea III (1907 - 2001)
Thomas Calloway Lea III
1907 - 2001
Vagis Polygnotos (1894 - 1965)
Vagis Polygnotos
1894 - 1965

Creators Abstract art

François Gall (1912 - 1987)
François Gall
1912 - 1987
Otto von Faber du Faur (1828 - 1901)
Otto von Faber du Faur
1828 - 1901
Gonzáles-Escalona Salvador (1948)
Gonzáles-Escalona Salvador
1948
Enella Benedict (1858 - 1942)
Enella Benedict
1858 - 1942
Viktor Pucinski (1882 - 1952)
Viktor Pucinski
1882 - 1952
Syed Haider Raza (1922 - 2016)
Syed Haider Raza
1922 - 2016
Franz Xaver Simm (1853 - 1918)
Franz Xaver Simm
1853 - 1918
Bela Balla (1882 - 1965)
Bela Balla
1882 - 1965
Romeo Borgognoni (1875 - 1944)
Romeo Borgognoni
1875 - 1944
Eugeen van Mieghem (1875 - 1930)
Eugeen van Mieghem
1875 - 1930
Antonio Sanfilippo (1923 - 1980)
Antonio Sanfilippo
1923 - 1980
Francisco Iturrino González (1864 - 1924)
Francisco Iturrino González
1864 - 1924
Ryan Sullivan (1983)
Ryan Sullivan
1983
Julius Schmischke (1890 - 1945)
Julius Schmischke
1890 - 1945
Ely Mihajlovich Bielutin (Belutin) (1925 - 2012)
Ely Mihajlovich Bielutin (Belutin)
1925 - 2012
Carl Emil Uphoff (1885 - 1971)
Carl Emil Uphoff
1885 - 1971