“Study for Simultaneous Compositions XXII” is an artwork by Theo van Doesburg, crafted using pencil on paper. Representing the Neoplasticism art movement, it belongs to the genre of sketch and study. The dimensions of the artwork are 7 x 6 cm, and it is currently housed in the Kröller-Müller Museum located in Otterlo, Netherlands.
The artwork features a meticulously drawn grid that serves as the foundation for a composition of geometric shapes. Predominantly, the drawing showcases intersecting lines that form distinct triangular and rectangular sections within the confines of the grid. At the top right, a segment of a circle can be noticed, intersecting with the angular lines, adding a dynamic contrast. The use of shading within certain shapes highlights the interplay of light and shadow, further emphasizing the structured simplicity that characterizes Neoplasticism. The grid background contrasts with the bold lines, enforcing the precision and abstraction innate to Theo van Doesburg’s artistic studies.
