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Stencil with Pattern of Filled Squares

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Brown rectangular stencil with a pattern of filled squares. The stencil is made of a thick material, possibly leather or rubber. It has rounded corners and a rough texture. The pattern consists of 16 squares arranged in four rows and four columns. Each square contains a white geometric design. The designs are symmetrical and feature various shapes, including circles, diamonds, and lines. The background of the stencil is brown with darker brown spots and lighter brown areas. The stencil is set against a white background. Stencil with Pattern of Filled Squares, Anonymous.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Paper
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 379 px
Museum record:
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