The artwork, “Simultaneous Counter Composition,” created by Theo van Doesburg in 1929 in Germany, is an oil on canvas piece belonging to the Neoplasticism art movement. It is an abstract work currently located in a private collection.
The artwork encapsulates the principles of Neoplasticism, characterized by its use of geometric shapes, straight lines, and primary colors. The composition primarily consists of intersecting black lines that form rectangles and squares filled with sections of white, blue, yellow, red, and grey. The deliberate arrangement and the use of primary and neutral colors exemplify a sense of balance and harmony, reflective of the abstract and utopian ideals of Neoplasticism. The precision in the arrangement of shapes and the interplay of colors create a dynamic yet harmonious visual experience.
