Bustehouder van zwart katoen en zwarte tule c. 1932 - 1940

This bra, a 'Bustehouder van zwart katoen en zwarte tule', is made of black cotton and black tulle. It's like a landscape painting made with fabric, where process is everything. The way the light filters through the tulle, it's almost like a watercolor, thin and delicate. Look at the jagged edges, how they create a skyline against the skin. It’s not just about covering up, it’s about revealing, about playing with shadows. This isn't just about the final product, but about the choices made in the making, each stitch a decision. It reminds me a little of the work of Louise Bourgeois, not just in its use of fabric, but in its exploration of vulnerability and strength. Both artists remind us that art isn't about answers, but about asking questions, embracing the messy, and finding beauty in the unexpected.