Ontwerp voor een loper met geometrisch patroon 1928

Dirk Verstraten created this design for a carpet with a geometric pattern. During the early 20th century, artists and designers like Verstraten were grappling with questions of national identity and cultural expression. In the Netherlands there was an emphasis on craftsmanship and a revival of traditional art forms, as a reaction to industrialization and mass production. The geometric pattern embodies a desire to create a new visual language rooted in order and abstraction. The design balances both tradition and modernity, reflecting an embrace of geometric abstraction, while also being rooted in the more conventional and domestic art of carpet design. While the design avoids overt political symbols, it reflects a desire to craft a modern identity that drew inspiration from the past, suggesting the complexity of cultural expression and the negotiation between tradition and progress.