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

Theo Kamecke (1937 - 2017)
Theo Kamecke
1937 - 2017
Larry Zox (1937 - 2006)
Larry Zox
1937 - 2006
Deborah Brown (1955)
Deborah Brown
1955
Ralph Goings (1928 - 2016)
Ralph Goings
1928 - 2016
Walter Launt Palmer (1854 - 1932)
Walter Launt Palmer
1854 - 1932
Eli Raphael Marozzi (1913 - 1999)
Eli Raphael Marozzi
1913 - 1999
Thomas Downing (1928 - 1985)
Thomas Downing
1928 - 1985
Cyrus Edwin Dallin (1861 - 1944)
Cyrus Edwin Dallin
1861 - 1944
Nicholas Krushenick (1929 - 1999)
Nicholas Krushenick
1929 - 1999
Arthello Beck (1941 - 2004)
Arthello Beck
1941 - 2004
Rashid Johnson (1977)
Rashid Johnson
1977
Elmer Wachtel (1864 - 1929)
Elmer Wachtel
1864 - 1929
Adrian Piper (1948)
Adrian Piper
1948
Edward Volkert (1871 - 1935)
Edward Volkert
1871 - 1935
Sheldon Peck (1797 - 1868)
Sheldon Peck
1797 - 1868
Alexis Paul Arapoff (1905 - 1948)
Alexis Paul Arapoff
1905 - 1948

Creators Abstract art

Joyce Pensato (1941 - 2019)
Joyce Pensato
1941 - 2019
Antonio Calderara (1903 - 1978)
Antonio Calderara
1903 - 1978
Edward Middleton Manigault (1887 - 1922)
Edward Middleton Manigault
1887 - 1922
Homer Dodge Martin (1836 - 1897)
Homer Dodge Martin
1836 - 1897
Irving Ramsey Wiles (1861 - 1948)
Irving Ramsey Wiles
1861 - 1948
Fritz Brändel (1869 - 1945)
Fritz Brändel
1869 - 1945
Horst Kuhnert (1939)
Horst Kuhnert
1939
Christopher Williams (1956)
Christopher Williams
1956
Berthe Morisot (1841 - 1895)
Berthe Morisot
1841 - 1895
Karl Schmauk (1868 - 1947)
Karl Schmauk
1868 - 1947
Arturo Rietti (1863 - 1943)
Arturo Rietti
1863 - 1943
Alexander Barkoff (1870 - 1944)
Alexander Barkoff
1870 - 1944
Douglas Swan (1930 - 2000)
Douglas Swan
1930 - 2000
Anselmo Piccoli (1915 - 1992)
Anselmo Piccoli
1915 - 1992
Marcel Rieder (1862 - 1942)
Marcel Rieder
1862 - 1942
Vivian Springford (1913 - 2003)
Vivian Springford
1913 - 2003