“Preliminary design for Lady Hamilton Rug,” created by Vanessa Bell in 1914, is an artwork that belongs to the Abstract Art movement. It is classified within the design genre. The artwork presents a sophisticated abstract composition utilizing geometric forms and bold color contrasts.
The artwork features a design on grid paper with two distinct sections. The left section contains an intricate pattern of intersecting and overlapping lines filled with varied colors like blue, red, green, orange, and black. The colors create a dynamic composition with lines forming zigzags and angles. This section is bordered with a thick black line, highlighting its distinctiveness. The right section is composed of two rectangles, each containing more subdued and overlapping strokes of brown, yellow, and blue, creating a softer and more fluid interaction of forms compared to the left section. The entire composition is framed, giving it a structured yet abstract aesthetic.
