The artwork, titled "Piece" by an unknown artist, depicts a light brown, aged fabric with a detailed red drawing. The drawing is divided into sections featuring various historical or ceremonial scenes. The top section shows a group of people gathered around a draped platform, with some standing and others seated. The middle section features a ship at sea. The bottom section depicts a procession of people in uniform. Scattered throughout are circular portraits of individuals. The background of the fabric has a lighter tone and shows signs of aging with darker spots and discoloration.
Artwork details
- Date:
- ca. 1815
- Medium:
- Cotton engraved roller printed
- Culture:
- French or British
- Dimensions:
- 600 × 550 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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