Gunta Stölzl (artist)

Gunta Stölzl (1897–1983) was a significant German textile artist and designer associated with the Bauhaus movement, which aimed to blend art and industrial design. She became the first female master at the Bauhaus, where she developed innovative weaving techniques and explored the artistic potential of textiles. Stölzl’s work emphasized color, texture, and modern aesthetics, challenging traditional craft boundaries. Throughout her career, she contributed to the evolution of textile art as a respected form of fine art, leaving a lasting impact on both design and the broader art world. Her legacy continues to inspire contemporary textile artists.