Piet Mondrian
Piet Mondrian (1872–1944), born in Amersfoort, Netherlands, was a pivotal figure in the De Stijl movement, known for his abstract geometric paintings featuring primary colors and black grid lines. His work profoundly influenced modern art and design. Mondrian's pieces are held in major museums such as the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Gemeentemuseum in The Hague. His contributions to abstract art continue to inspire artists and designers worldwide.