The artwork, titled “Cover design for magazine ‘Klei’,” was crafted by Theo van Doesburg in 1920. Falling under the Constructivism movement, this piece belongs to the design genre.
The artwork presents a minimalist yet bold visual approach, showcasing the influence of Constructivism. It features the magazine’s title, “Klei,” prominently in large, geometric letters at the top center, rendered in stark black against a neutral background. The linear composition is further structured by the vertical inclusion of the publication date, “15 Februari 1919,” positioned on the right, and the volume information, “12e Jaargang No. 4,” on the left. Near the bottom, a block of text in a similarly geometric font articulately conveys supplementary information, separated into visually distinct lines. The use of simple shapes and straight lines adheres to the Constructivist principles of functionality and abstraction, emphasizing a clear and direct aesthetic.
