Composition No. 105 by Jacoba van Heemskerck. An abstract expressionist painting featuring swirling, organic shapes in a bold palette of red, blue, yellow, and green, defined by thick black outlines.

Composition No. 105

Jacoba van Heemskerck

1917 · Medium Not Listed

A dynamic explosion of color and form, this 1917 abstract work by Jacoba van Heemskerck brings a bold modernist energy to any space.

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Where it works

A bold work with active energy with a clear neutral contrast — holds its place without needing much around it.

Often works in
Living Room · Commercial Space · Office
Placement
Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Charcoal black, Rich brown, Muted red

About the piece

Created in 1917, 'Composition No. 105' showcases Jacoba van Heemskerck's masterful command of color and line within the Expressionist movement. The work features a rhythmic interplay of vibrant primary and secondary colors, unified by heavy black contours that provide a stained-glass-like structure. Its fluid, organic energy reflects the artist's exploration of spiritual and natural harmonies through abstraction, offering a striking focal point for contemporary interiors.

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