The artwork, titled “Composition with three heads (from sketchbook 13),” was created by Theo van Doesburg, an artist associated with the Cubism movement. This sketch, categorized under the genre of sketch and study, measures 12 x 19 cm.
The artwork depicts three abstracted human heads, rendered in a quintessentially Cubist style characterized by geometric forms and intersecting lines. The heads are composed using a series of overlapping lines and shading, creating a fragmented and faceted appearance. This composition bears a harmonious sense of symmetry and balance, demonstrating van Doesburg’s exploration of form and structure within the confines of Cubism. The use of minimal detail emphasizes the angularity and abstraction, echoing the avant-garde principles that underpin the Cubist art movement.
