Composition with Large Red Plane, Bluish Gray, Yellow, Black and Blue — History & Facts
A large, vivid red rectangle dominates the upper center of the composition, bordered by thick, straight black lines. To the right of the red plane, a vertical band of bluish gray sits against the edge, separated by black lines from the adjacent areas. In the top right corner, a small yellow square appears, surrounded by black and white sections.
The lower part of the painting contains a horizontal band of bluish gray on the left, balanced by a deep blue rectangle in the lower right corner. White rectangles and squares fill the remaining spaces, creating a grid-like structure that is both orderly and dynamic. The black lines vary slightly in thickness and create a sense of rhythm as they divide the colored and white planes.
No visible figures or objects are present; the focus is entirely on the interaction of color, line, and geometry. The paint appears evenly applied, with flat areas of color and sharp, clean edges where the hues meet the black lines. The overall effect is one of clarity and balance, with the large red area providing a striking focal point amid the cooler and neutral tones.
A small patch of yellow occupies the upper right corner, bordered on two sides by black lines and on the other sides by white and bluish gray areas. The lower left corner of the painting contains a bluish gray rectangle, set beneath a white square and separated by a horizontal black line. In the bottom center, a narrow black band runs horizontally, visually anchoring the lower edge of the composition.
The white areas vary in size and placement, with some forming elongated rectangles and others nearly square shapes. The black lines intersect at right angles, creating crisp, geometric borders that frame each colored or white section precisely. Composition with Large Red Plane, Bluish Gray, Yellow, Black and Blue is created by Piet Mondrian in 1922. The title lists the main colors used in the painting: red, bluish gray, yellow, black, and blue.
This work is produced using oil paint on canvas.
Sources: Wikidata Q102257736
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