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Panel with Design of Mandarin Oranges and Booklet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white artwork titled "Panel with Design of Mandarin Oranges and Booklet" by an unknown artist. The artwork features a black background with a white border. In the center, an open booklet with a floral design on its cover is depicted. The booklet is surrounded by several branches with clusters of small, round berries or flowers. Scattered around the branches are five mandarin oranges, some of which appear to be cut in half. The overall design is intricate, with detailed patterns and shading throughout. The artwork's style suggests it may be a traditional or cultural piece.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Silk and metallic thread on silk; resist-dyed and embroidered satin damask
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
384 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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