l as in art today."# This Magazine as well as other philosophical writings were the main concentration during the formative stage of De Stijl, one of three main phases during the movement. The three stages or phases of De Stijl are as follows: from 1916-21 was the immature or formative stage in which most work and influence was contained within Holland. 1921-25 was the maturity period in which the sphere of influence broadened throughout internationally. Most noticeable works were created throughout this time period. Lastly is the third phase from 1925-31, namely the transformation and disintegration phase of De Stijl. Disagreements and an emerging lack of consistency to De Stijl guidelines caused many artists within the group to disperse and leave the movement. Finally as Van Doesburg, the strongest advocate of the movement, died the glue was undone and so diminished the movement of De Stijl.
             The De Stijl movement paid great attention to and founded much of their principles behind the
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