Pair of Pants c. mid 20th century

These 'Pair of Pants', probably made with natural dyes on textile, and made by an artist named Dong, remind me of the pleasure and play of making. I can see how this artist has been improvising. The combination of shades of blue and black with that brown geometrical pattern is just amazing. I wonder what the artist was thinking. Maybe they were simply following their gut, letting the materials lead the way. It's a good lesson for painting; sometimes, the best things happen when you stop overthinking and just let the process take over. These pants also remind me of those of a tightrope walker, like Philippe Petit! The way they allow freedom of movement, and the way the color is so calming. It's all about feeling, intention, and just a bit of magic. It makes you realize that art is a conversation across time. Dong's work inspires me to embrace the unexpected, to trust my instincts, and to see the beauty in imperfection.