New design, neoplasticism: nieuwe beelding

Abstract

Although Piet Mondrian was not an active member of the Bauhaus, his name is often mentioned in connection with the art school. Starting with a philosophical foray in which he describes art as a figurative expression of human existence, Mondrian embeds his concept of a 'New Design' in the various forms of artistic expression. He looks into the question of whether there is a prevailing hierarchy between painting and architecture and dares to take a far-reaching look at the future of neoplasticism. Harry Holtzman's renowned translations of Mondrian's five essays on 'New Design' appear in this volume in a complete compilation for the first time. The publication is true to the content and design of the German first edition of 1925.

Contents

Neo-plasticism (the general principle of plastic equivalence) -- The manifestation of neo-plasticism in music and the Italian futurists' Bruiteurs -- Neo-plasticism, its realization in music and in future theater -- The realization of neo-plasticism in the distant future and in architecture today -- Is painting inferior to architecture?