Kesrowan c. mid 20th century

This Kesrowan artwork, made by an anonymous artist, presents a mesmerizing array of geometric shapes and textures. I imagine the artist working meticulously, perhaps with a loom, carefully interweaving the fibers to create these intricate patterns. What might they have been thinking as their hands danced across the material, bringing order to chaos? The interplay of light and shadow across the surface reminds me of Agnes Martin’s grids, a dedication to meditative mark-making and subtle nuances. Each woven line feels like a thoughtful gesture, an act of intention that gradually builds into a cohesive whole. In fact, you could say that it's like my own painting process: a give-and-take between control and accident, where each stroke informs the next. This piece embodies the rich history of weaving as a form of artistic expression, a legacy that resonates with contemporary artists who continue to explore the endless possibilities of this medium.