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Textile with Swan Hunt

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a green textile with a repeating pattern of gold-colored designs. The textile, titled "Textile with Swan Hunt," is by an unknown artist. The textile is square and green with a rough, uneven edge. The gold-colored designs are teardrop-shaped with a pointed end and a rounded base. The designs feature a scene with several swans and other foliage. The swans are surrounded by leaves and flowers. The background of the textile is a solid green color. The gold-colored designs are arranged in rows across the textile. The textile appears to be made of a thick, possibly silk or wool, fabric. The gold-colored designs have a raised, embroidered appearance. The overall effect is one of intricate, detailed craftsmanship.

Artwork details

Date:
12th–13th century
Medium:
Warp-faced plain weave silk brocaded with gilt leather strips
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
599 × 566 px
Museum record:
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