Rug Sample c. 20th century

Editor: Here we have Otti Berger's "Rug Sample," a textile piece of unknown date. I'm really drawn to its rich, earthy tones and the way the texture seems to invite touch. What do you see in this piece? Curator: It's a quiet symphony of intention, isn't it? Berger, a Bauhaus weaver, explored the possibilities of material and color with scientific precision, almost like a painter mixing colors. Each shift in the pattern tells a story, I wonder what you imagine those stories to be? Editor: Maybe stories of home, comfort, and the beauty of everyday life? Curator: Precisely! Even in this sample, Berger elevates the everyday into something worthy of contemplation. Editor: It's fascinating how much depth a simple rug sample can hold! Curator: Indeed, it encourages one to consider the beauty and power of the practical.