Counter-Composition VI
1925 Tate
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Counter-Composition VI is a geometric abstraction consisting of thick black lines intersecting on a white grid-based background. It is a quintessential example of the De Stijl movement, characterized by its reliance on primary forms and orthogonal lines.
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Theo van Doesburg introduced his 'counter-compositions' to challenge the rigid, strictly horizontal and vertical aesthetic of Piet Mondrian's work. By incorporating diagonal lines, he aimed to inject a sense of dynamic energy into the static principles of De Stijl, sparking significant theoretical debates within the movement.
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Counter-Composition VI
Theo van Doesburg, 1925
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