Artwork
The Tree A
The Tree A is an oil painting by the Abstract Expressionist artist Piet Mondrian. It dates from 1913 and is held in the collection of the Tate.
About this work
Overview
The Tree A is a 1913 oil painting by Piet Mondrian, a Dutch artist and theorist. It exemplifies his transition towards abstraction, simplifying natural forms into fundamental components.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a tree in a highly abstracted manner, using simplified shapes and lines to convey its essence. The work reflects Mondrian's exploration of universal aesthetics through geometric structure.
Technique & Style
Characterized by bold black lines and geometric shapes, the painting achieves a sense of structure and order. Soft, muted colors, including shades of yellow, white, and gray, add warmth and subtlety, creating a balanced composition.
History & Provenance
The Tree A is part of the Tate Modern collection, representing a significant work in Mondrian's oeuvre as he moved towards abstraction.
Artist & collection
Artist
Pieter Cornelis Mondriaan (Dutch:; 7 March 1872 – 1 February 1944), known after 1911 as Piet Mondrian (, US also; Dutch: ), was a Dutch painter and art theoretician, who is regarded as one of the greatest artists of the 20th century.
