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Sutra Cover with Floral Scroll

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Sutra Cover with Floral Scroll by an unknown artist features a rectangular design. The design has rounded corners and a thick black border. The image inside the border is a repeating pattern of white floral scrolls on a dark gray background. The scrolls are interwoven and feature flowers with multiple petals and leaves. The flowers have a central cluster of petals surrounded by additional petals. The leaves are teardrop-shaped with pointed tips. The scrolls and floral patterns are intricately intertwined. The image is in black and white, with no other colors present. The overall design is symmetrical and repetitive. The image appears to be a textile or fabric design. The style is ornate and traditional.

Artwork Details

Date
16th century
Medium
Silk satin with supplementary weft patterning
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 251 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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