Sari c. 1975

This "Sari" was woven in India by an unknown artist. Just look at those repeated motifs. They are not printed on, but woven in, with great care and attention to detail. The artist has created a pattern that’s more like a meditation on colour, shape, and form. Blues and greens shimmer in the light, evoking a sense of serenity, like gazing at water. The artist isn’t afraid to repeat themselves. They create an artwork that you can spend time with, looking closely to discover the little differences and unexpected variations. They make something truly beautiful and full of life. Textile makers are often unacknowledged, but they are in dialogue with each other, just like painters. And maybe that’s the point, it’s not about the individual, but about the collective act of making.