The artwork “Hooked Rug” by Alexander Calder was created in 1965 and is associated with the Expressionism movement, specifically falling under the figurative genre. The rug features a vibrant array of colors and abstract figures that evoke a sense of playfulness and movement.
In the composition, there is a prominent central figure that resembles a stylized sun with a human face, radiating yellow tendrils. Surrounding this figure are various abstract and whimsical shapes, including what appears to be a snake, moons, a white shape possibly representing a ghost with a vivid blue eye, and a creature with black and white stripes. The background is a warm, rich orange, which allows the other colors to stand out. Calder’s use of bold forms and stark contrasts is evident, bringing each component of the rug to life with dynamic energy.
