The artwork titled “Composition (The Cow)” by Theo van Doesburg, created circa 1917, belongs to the Cubism art movement. Executed on paper using pencil, this sketch and study piece measures 11.7 x 15.9 cm. The artwork is currently housed in the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), located in New York City, NY, US.
The artwork, “Composition (The Cow),” presents an abstract representation with a series of geometric shapes and lines intersecting in a cubist manner. It embodies the characteristic fragmentation and abstraction of forms typical of the Cubism movement. The sketch employs a minimalist approach, with simple, bold lines arranged in a non-representational manner, inviting viewers to explore the underlying structure and essence of the subject. The use of pencil on paper provides a raw, unembellished look, emphasizing the study nature of the piece and offering insight into the artist’s creative process.
