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Stencil with Pattern of Fans on Water

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black background with white designs. The design consists of multiple identical triangular shapes arranged in a pattern. Each triangle has a fan design with a floral pattern. The fans have long handles and are partially open. The triangles are surrounded by wavy lines that resemble water. There are also some small floral patterns around the triangles. The overall design is symmetrical and repeating. The artist is unknown but the title of the stencil is "Stencil with Pattern of Fans on Water".

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Paper reinforced with silk
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 363 px
Museum record:
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