Sample: blue pink and white c. 20th century

Editor: Here we have a weaving sample in blue, pink, and white from the Bauhaus Weaving Workshop. It’s small, almost like a test swatch. What can you tell us about its materiality and process? Curator: Consider the Bauhaus ethos. They sought to dissolve the hierarchy between art and craft. This "sample" showcases a structured exploration of weaving techniques, color interaction, and material possibilities, elevating the process itself to an art form. Editor: So, the act of making it is the focus? Curator: Precisely. The labor, the materials, and the means of production become central to understanding the work's significance. What does this shift mean for how we define "art," do you think? Editor: It means we value the artistry in the skill. I never thought of weaving in quite this way before! Curator: Exactly, and that's the point.