Template for the Long House ornament edge (1917) by Theo van Doesburg

The artwork titled “Template for the Long House ornament edge,” created by Theo van Doesburg in 1917, exemplifies the Neoplasticism art movement. The design, measuring 20.5 x 37.5 cm, falls within the genre of design.

The artwork consists of an arrangement of white rectangular and square shapes dispersed across a beige background. These geometric figures vary in size and are meticulously positioned to create a harmonious and balanced composition. The organized yet dynamic placement of shapes is characteristic of the Neoplasticism movement, which emphasizes simplicity, abstraction, and the use of fundamental forms.

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