The artwork, titled “Design for Morning,” was created by Beatrice Wood around the year 1950 and is representative of the Neo-Dada art movement.
This piece features a stylized representation of a female torso with arms akimbo. The torso is portrayed without a head and lower body, placing emphasis on the upper body. The chest is prominently displayed with the breasts exposed, while a corset-like structure with pink laces is depicted around the midsection. The corset appears to be partly open, revealing an intricate detail of the torso’s form and the laces tied around it. The surrounding canvas is filled with a textured background, seemingly sand or a grainy surface, which complements the colors and visual elements of the central figure. Through this composition, Wood explores themes of femininity, form, and perhaps constraint, showcasing her distinctive style and the broader aesthetic of the Neo-Dada movement.