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Fragment of a Wall Painting

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Fragment of a Wall Painting by unknown artist. The image shows a small, square piece of wall painting. The piece is primarily composed of red and blue colors. It has rounded corners. The edges are rough and uneven. There are various geometric patterns on the piece including stripes and dots. The background of the image is a plain beige color. The piece appears to be old and worn. It has some chipped and faded areas. The piece is centered in the image. There are no other objects visible. The overall appearance suggests it is an ancient artifact.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 8th century
Medium:
Pigment on earth and straw
Culture:
Central Asia
Dimensions:
599 × 511 px
Museum record:
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