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The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Brown banner with frayed edges and tattered sections; visible blue threads where fabric is damaged. Central heraldic shield divided into four sections by red horizontal and vertical lines; shield flanked by green leaves. Above shield is red and gold decorative motif; below, a white banner with illegible text. Red and green elements adorn the bottom of the shield; background beige with darker brown discoloration.

Artwork Details

Date
late 18th century
Medium
Silk, polychromy
Culture
British
Dimensions
599 × 407 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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