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Sutra Cover

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of rectangular sutra cover with a detailed floral pattern covering the entire surface. The background is dark with lighter floral designs. The image is bordered on the left and right sides with a thin black line. The floral designs include leaves and blossoms. The image is a scanned document with a white border on the top and bottom.

Artwork details

Date:
16th century
Medium:
Silk
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
226 × 625 px
Museum record:
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