Coupon zwart parasolgaas aan weerszijden afgezet met drie naar buiten toe breder wordende ingeweven zwarte satijnen strepen c. 1900 - 1925

This coupon of black parasol gauze, made by Gustav Schnitzler, is a real lesson in seeing the world through tone and texture. The process of weaving those satin stripes must have been so satisfying, a slow reveal of pattern. I love how the light plays on the surface. The gauze itself is so delicate, almost disappearing into shadow, but then those satin stripes catch the light and give the whole piece a subtle, almost secretive gleam. Look closely at how the stripes get wider; it’s such a simple gesture, but it creates a sense of movement, as if the fabric is breathing. It makes you wonder about the person who chose this fabric, what their life was like, and the stories it could tell. It reminds me of some of Agnes Martin's subtle grid paintings, where the slightest variation in line and tone can create a world of feeling. It’s a reminder that art is everywhere, even in the most unexpected places.