Simultaneous Counter-Composition
1930 Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
About this artwork
An iconic example of De Stijl painting, this work features primary colors set against a white background, defined by distinct black grid lines set at a 45-degree angle. It demonstrates the artist's attempt to break the traditional vertical and horizontal limitations of Neoplasticism.
Did you know?
Theo van Doesburg developed 'Counter-Composition' as a direct challenge to Piet Mondrian's strict adherence to horizontal and vertical lines in the De Stijl movement. By introducing diagonal elements, van Doesburg sought to create a more dynamic and 'simultaneous' visual experience, which eventually led to a major fallout between him and Mondrian.
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Simultaneous Counter-Composition
Theo van Doesburg, 1930
