Artwork
A Composition
A Composition is an oil painting by Mainie Harriet Jellett. It dates from 1930 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland.
About this work
Overview
A Composition is an abstract oil painting created by Mainie Jellett around 1930. It is part of the National Gallery of Ireland's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting features geometric shapes that overlap and intersect, characterized by curved lines and sharp edges. The vibrant color palette includes shades of orange, yellow, green, blue, and brown, conveying a sense of dynamic energy and tension.
Technique & Style
Jellett's use of oil paint allows for bold, expressive colors that enhance the overall sense of movement and emotion in the work. The abstract composition showcases her exploration of non-representational forms.
History & Provenance
Mainie Jellett was a pioneering figure in Irish modern art, with her work exhibited internationally, including at the 1928 Summer Olympics art competition. A Composition reflects her influence on Ireland's artistic landscape.
Artist & collection
Artist
Mary Harriet Jellett (29 April 1897 – 16 February 1944) was an Irish painter whose Decoration (1923) was among the first abstract paintings shown in Ireland when it was exhibited at the Society of Dublin Painters Group Show in 1923.
