“Composition A XI” is an abstract artwork created in 1923 by the artist Laszlo Moholy-Nagy. The artwork is associated with the Constructivism art movement, notable for its emphasis on geometric forms and a sense of technical precision.
The artwork features a minimalist and geometric composition dominated by intersecting lines and planes. Set against a white background, the simplistic yet bold arrangement includes diagonal lines in various colors, including black, blue, gray, and red. The black diagonal rectangle towards the upper right dominates the composition, creating a stark contrast against the white canvas. Other thin lines of varying lengths and directions further structure the piece, imparting a sense of dynamic balance and tension. Through its restrained palette and precise geometry, the artwork exemplifies the Constructivist ethos of merging art with industrial and modern sensibilities.
