Composition II with Black Lines

Composition II with Black Lines

Artwork Type: Painting

Artwork Date: 1930

Artwork Description: "Composition II with Black Lines" is a grid-like composition of black lines and white spaces. The lines are arranged in both horizontal and vertical orientations, creating a sense of balance and harmony.

Institution Name: Van Abbemuseum

Artwork Size: 0.61 meters by 0.61 meters

Author Name: Piet Mondrian

The painting features a white background, upon which two prominent black lines intersect. A thicker horizontal line spans the upper third of the canvas, while a thinner vertical line descends from the top, extending slightly past the horizontal line's midpoint. This intersection creates a prominent right angle, dividing the canvas into distinct rectangular sections. The stark contrast between the black lines and the white background emphasizes the geometric forms and creates a sense of order and balance.