The artwork titled “Woman on a Bridge #1 of 5: Tar Beach” was created by Faith Ringgold in 1988. It belongs to the Postcolonial art and P&D (Pattern and Decoration) movements and is categorized under the genre of figurative art.
The artwork depicts a richly narrative scene set on a rooftop, illustrating a moment of leisure and togetherness against a backdrop of a twinkling city skyline. At the center, a family is gathered around a table, sharing a meal under the serene night sky adorned with strings of lights. In the foreground, a woman and child lie on a patterned quilt, embodying a sense of peace and dreams. The composition is surrounded by a vibrant patchwork border, integrating diverse fabric patterns and textures, which amplifies its intricate storytelling and cultural essence. The artwork seamlessly blends elements of painting and textile, exemplifying Ringgold’s distinctive style and thematic focus on heritage and community.
