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Chair Strip

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a black-and-white artwork titled 'Chair Strip' by artist Roy Lichtenstein. The artwork features a long, vertically oriented panel. The panel contains a predominantly black and white color scheme with shades of gray. It includes a dragon design prominently in the center, surrounded by cloud-like patterns and waves at the top and bottom. The dragon faces forward with its body curled. The clouds and waves are stylized with swirling patterns. The lower part of the panel features a wavy line pattern resembling scales or water. The overall design is intricate, suggesting an Asian-inspired aesthetic.

Artwork details

Date:
17th century
Medium:
Silk and metallic thread tapestry (kesi)
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
208 × 624 px
Museum record:
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