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Banner (Hata)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Yellowish-brown fabric with visible creases; top edge has two small rectangular pieces; bottom-left corner has a short yellowish-brown string; large, black kanji character; circular, blue-green seal or stamp with a flower-like design at the bottom-right corner; the fabric appears to be aged and worn. Title: Banner (Hata) Artist: Unknown

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Silk, leather
Culture:
Japanese
Dimensions:
492 × 625 px
Museum record:
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