Perzisch-Arabische florale tegelversiering c. 1890 - 1922

This is a Persian-Arabic floral tile design by Johanna van de Kamer, and even though we don’t know exactly when it was made, it feels like something that comes from a place of love and a deep understanding of pattern making. I love how the cool blues and greens play against the warmer, creamy background. It’s not just about representation, but about creating a visual experience. Look closely, and you’ll see the hand of the artist in every stroke, every carefully placed line. It's almost like she's building a world, one tiny detail at a time. Notice the central flower and the way the petals fan out, those delicate curves and lines, how they create movement and rhythm. You can imagine her, turning the paper, carefully placing each stroke. This piece reminds me a little of Hilma af Klint, in the sense of its deep engagement with geometric and floral forms. It's all about the process of making and the magic that happens when you let the materials speak. It celebrates the beauty of imperfection and the endless possibilities of art.