1918
Composition X (Theo van Doesburg, 1918)
Theo van Doesburg (1883–1931) made Composition X. It dates from 1918. It is kept at Centre Pompidou in Paris, France. It measures 64 × 43 cm.
- 1918
- 64 × 43 cm
- Centre Pompidou, Paris
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StatsComposition X, in brief
- Title
- Composition X
- Artist
- Theo van Doesburg (1883–1931)
- Artist born in
- Utrecht, Netherlands
- Date
- 1918
- Dimensions
- 64 × 43 cm
- Where to see it
- Centre Pompidou, Paris, France
- Subject
- composition
Which museum holds Composition X?
Centre Pompidou
Paris, France
The Origins and History of Centre Pompidou The presence of the Centre Pompidou in the Beaubourg area of the 4th arrondissement of Paris is the result of a specific political and cultural ambition. The project emerged from the ideas of France's first Minister of Cultural Affairs, André Malraux, who sought to redefine the relationship between the public and modern creation. This vision was later championed by President Georges Pompidou, who held office from 1969 until his death in 1974.
High-resolution images of Composition X
Theo van Doesburg, Composition X (1918), Centre Pompidou. Public domain.
Questions on Composition X, answered
Which museum holds the original "Composition X"?
"Composition X" by Theo van Doesburg is on display at the Centre Pompidou, Paris, France. The museum listing refers to the original work, not to reproductions.
When was "Composition X" made?
The creation of "Composition X" by Theo van Doesburg is dated 1918.
What size is "Composition X" by Theo van Doesburg in real life?
"Composition X" measures 64 x 43 cm in its original form. Original dimensions are a useful reference when choosing a reproduction size.
What does "Composition X" by Theo van Doesburg depict?
"Composition X" by Theo van Doesburg depicts: composition.
Is "Composition X" by Theo van Doesburg in the public domain?
"Composition X" by Theo van Doesburg is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. This status governs how the image of the work may be reproduced.
Who created "Composition X"?
"Composition X" is attributed to Theo van Doesburg.
What was Theo van Doesburg's age when "Composition X" was created?
Theo van Doesburg was 35 years old when creating "Composition X" in 1918. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1883.
Is "Composition X" by Theo van Doesburg in the public domain, and why?
"Composition X" by Theo van Doesburg is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. Copyright duration runs from the artist's death, which occurred in 1931.
Is "Composition X" held in the country of its creator?
No - the artwork is kept abroad. Theo van Doesburg was born in Netherlands, and the original "Composition X" is held in a museum in France.
About the artist, Theo van Doesburg
1883–1931, Netherlands
Theo van Doesburg
The Architect of Abstraction: A Life in Geometric Harmony Theo van Doesburg, born Christian Emil Marie Küpper in 1883 in Utrecht, Netherlands, was more than a painter; he was a revolutionary force who reshaped the very foundations of modern art. His journey began amidst the lingering echoes of Impressionism and Post-Impressionism, initially mirroring styles reminiscent of Vincent van Gogh – both in subject matter and emotional intensity. However, this early phase served as a crucial prelude, a necessary stepping stone toward the radical transformation that would define his enduring legacy. A pivotal moment arrived in 1913 with his encounter with Wassily Kandinsky’s *Rückblicke*.
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